RT Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD (@NIHDirector_Jay)NIH’s devotion to DEI ended when President Trump took office in January 2025.At the NIH, we dismantled the DEI apparatus and refocused the NIH on its age-old mission to support research that advances the health of all Americans.Read more in my op-ed ➡️ https://t.co/jaWx4p4GDp https://t.co/QgolonDiOL ...

“It's really annoying when a video game gets interrupted by some DEI woke bullshit.”Elon Muskhttps://t.co/kgkYgdxUct ...

Marco Rubio bans Calibri font at State Department for being too DEI https://t.co/Opi56lUce2 ...

Fewer women are interested in promotions and career advancement, following major DEI rollbacks across Corporate America https://t.co/8NaTNT1p0U ...

DEI must die"I believe we need to return to a focus on merit. It shouldn't matter whether you're a man or a woman, your race, or your beliefs. What should matter is how skilled you are and how well you do your job."Elon Muskhttps://t.co/p9UzYKcdSi ...

RT James Fishback (@j_fishback)Byron Donalds says he’s “proud” that his staff is mainly “minorities.”DEI Donalds hates white people. https://t.co/y56AUhl2vx ...

Macroeconomic Trends & Policy Implications - The future lies in understanding distribution tails, not averages, indicating a shift from unifying themes like globalization to a world of fragmentation [1][2] - Policy makers should recognize the multimodal world and focus on the impact of events at the distribution tails [1][2] - The US needs to maximize the potential of its workforce by equipping people with the necessary tools to compete globally [11] Impact of AI and Skills Development - The job market is shifting, requiring "whole brain" skills that combine creative thinking, ecosystem understanding, and emotional intelligence (EQ) [3][5] - AI can automate data processing, freeing up individuals to focus on human aspects like problem-solving and relationship building, leading to increased productivity [5][7] - Equipping students from K-12 through higher education with AI-centric skills is crucial for embracing the new work paradigm [13] Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) - The business case for DEI remains strong, with diverse thought leading to lower risk and higher returns [9] - Companies should continue to hire the best people and enable them to be effective, embracing the resources available [9] - Actualizing every able-bodied American to participate in the economy is essential for creating GDP and expanding job access [18] Business Strategy & Leadership - Government shutdowns and geopolitical uncertainty can freeze economic growth and negatively impact business [24][26] - Leaders should know what they stand for and maintain their values, especially during crises [44] - Building resilience in volatile industries requires preparing for crises during times of prosperity [44] Airline Industry & Customer Experience - Delta is investing over $1 billion to provide free Wi-Fi at scale, enhancing the customer experience [31] - Delta is redesigning seats and increasing the premium category on international flights to 50% [33][34] - AI will influence the process of pricing tickets by making it more efficient and agile, but not on an individual basis [39][41]

Human Rights Policy Changes - U.S. State Department considers countries with state subsidies for abortion, transgender-friendly policies for children, hate speech laws, and affirmative action policies as violating human rights [1] - These new rules will impact how the State Department conducts its annual Human Rights Report [1]

Venture Capital & DEI - A16Z is pausing their TXO Fund [1] - This pause appears to be a DEI rollback in Silicon Valley [1] Impact on Founders - The pause raises questions about the impact on founders who benefited from the TXO Fund [1] - The pause also raises questions about the impact on funds similar to the TXO Fund [1]

Human Rights Policy Changes - U.S. State Department considers countries with state subsidies for abortion, transgender-friendly policies for children, hate speech laws, and affirmative action policies as violating human rights [1] - These new rules will impact how the State Department conducts its annual Human Rights Report [1]