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The history of diversity, equity and inclusion in America

Season 2025 Episode 39 | 7m 15s

Since President Trump returned to the White House, he’s issued executive orders that target diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, dismantling decades of federal anti-discrimination policy. This Black History Month, John Yang explores the origins of DEI in America for our “Hidden Histories” series and Ali Rogin speaks with Shaun Harper of the USC Race and Equity Center for more.

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