The United States Department of Education sent out a letter Feb. 14 demanding that colleges and K-12 schools abolish diversity, equity and inclusion and race-related programs — such as themed dormitories and financial aid — or face funding cuts.
The letter states that educational systems discriminate against white and Asian students and that these institutions display “pervasive and repugnant race-based preferences,” writing that colleges have enforced segregation in dormitories, graduation celebrations and more.
DEI race-related resources and programs exist to decrease the gap between minority students and white students, being a stepping stone to helping them have equal opportunities as their peers…