Walmart Pulls Back On DEI—Could We See More Companies Adopting MEI?
A new approach to hiring is gaining traction across corporate America, challenging long-standing DEI initiatives: Merit, Excellence, and Intelligence.
The Culture War Comes to Walmart as Belonging Overtakes DEI
The discount giant was targeted by “anti-woke” activist Robby Starbuck, who came to an agreement with the company.
Walmart won't be last company to pull back on DEI
Companies in the U.S. were already backing off on DEI, then Walmart entered the chat: This week the retail giant said it would cut back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Why it matters: Walmart is the largest private employer in the country,
Walmart becomes latest — and biggest — company to roll back its DEI policies
The changes are sweeping and include everything from not renewing a five-year commitment for an equity racial center to pulling out of a prominent gay rights index.
Walmart rolls back DEI commitments amid conservative backlash
Conservative activist Robby Starbuck claims victory for the shift even as the retailer says certain policy changes were underway before his online campaign.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies after pressure from conservative activists
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
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Walmart caved to pressure from activist who hunted and shamed big targets via social media campaigns including Tractor Supply and Harley-Davidson.
Walmart to Toyota: Major Companies Rolling Back DEI Policies
Newsweek contacted Walmart, Ford, Lowe's, Tractor Supply, John Deere, Bud Light, Molson Coors, Harley-Davidson, Stanley Black & Decker and Toyota for comment via email or press inquiry form on Tuesday outside of regular business hours.
Walmart CEO addresses rollback of DEI programs: 'Going to continue to make the best decisions we can'
Walmart CEO John Furner confirmed the retail giant would be rolling back its DEI programs, including reviewing grants and ditching the term "DEI" altogether.
Top employer Walmart rolls back DEI under pressure from conservative activist
Walmart is the latest company to make changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives under pressure from a conservative activist.
Walmart joins list of companies that are rolling back DEI policies
Walmart has joined a growing list of companies that are rolling back on their diversity, equity and inclusion policies and efforts. NBC News' Priscilla Thompson has more on the new changes.
Walmart’s DEI rollback signals a profound shift in the wake of Trump’s election victory
Walmart’s sweeping rollback of its diversity policies is the strongest indication yet of a profound shift taking hold at U.S.
Walmart rolls back DEI policies. Here's what it means and how a Tennessee activist is involved
Walmart is the latest retailer to announce changes in its DEI initiatives. One Tennessee activist says its because of his ...
Walmart U.S. CEO John Furner says DEI policy changes will "ensure every customer" feels welcome
John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S., talks about the company's decision to scale back its DEI policies.
Walmart dissolves its DEI initiatives
Walmart joined Lowe’s, Toyota, and Ford, among others, to roll back its diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.