Trump's orders have been celebrated by some supporters and allies but have also been criticized by advocacy groups who say they might deepen inequities and undo decades of progress made to enshrine civil rights protections for marginalized groups
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The efforts aim to remove systemic barriers for groups affected by a legacy of racism, sexism and xenophobia. The legislation followed an escalating series of demonstrations by activists in the 1950s and 1960s, amid the civil rights movement. The American Civil Liberties Union says DEI programs are not discriminatory. “They are essential to creating environments where everyone has a chance to succeed and addressing persistent barriers for individuals to advance in their careers,” the ACLU said.
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