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Notes not from Cannes

Thoughts on Writing • 179 implied HN points • 24 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. Purpose in marketing needs to be rigorously examined to ensure it genuinely makes a positive impact on society, beyond just emotional storytelling.
  2. Judges should be empowered to focus on creativity in awards, ensuring entries are judged based on creativity rather than personal criteria or biases.
  3. There is a concern that the focus on purpose and diversity in awards may be devaluing creativity and leading to work that is detached from what the public actually likes.

Weekend reads: Are diversity statements political litmus tests?

Lean Out with Tara Henley • 864 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Diversity statements in academia could be seen as political litmus tests that impact hiring practices.
  2. The assumptions behind diversity statements, such as addressing historical discrimination, should be open to debate.
  3. The discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in academia should involve constructive dialogue and understanding of both sides' perspectives.

Why Heresy Press? Why Now?

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
📚 Literature Diversity
  1. Identity politics is influencing the publishing world, leading to exclusion and censorship.
  2. Writers appreciate editorial guidance and value strong editing for their work.
  3. Quality of work submitted directly by authors can be as high as, or even higher than, work submitted by agents to publishers.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is seeking a Principal DEI Advisor who understands that the Bank is like Tāne Mahuta, the God of the Forest. Should be a breeze in today’s climate.

A B’Old Woman • 479 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is hiring a Principal DEI Advisor who will integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within its policies. This role aims to apply various Māori worldviews alongside DEI concepts.
  2. There are concerns that implementing DEI may restrict freedom of speech in the workplace. Some employees feel pressured to conform to specific beliefs and are hesitant to share differing opinions.
  3. The effectiveness of DEI initiatives at the Reserve Bank is questioned, with calls for solid evidence to prove their benefits. There are doubts about whether these programs truly improve workplace culture and productivity.
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Diversity's Betrayal

Glenn Loury • 2579 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. Embracing discomfort is necessary for personal growth and development.
  2. Encountering diverse ideas and perspectives is crucial for a well-rounded education.
  3. Seeing representation in positions of power can impact one's comfort and success, but true progress lies in embracing diversity beyond one's own identity.

Woke and Weaponized Bureaucracy Pt. 1

Keep your Wokal_distance • 1081 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Woke activists try to take over institutions and bureaucracies by controlling the ideas that govern them.
  2. Woke activists use DEI initiatives as a tactic to bring woke ideas into institutions and dominate their culture.
  3. DEI in woke ideology means focusing on physical and cultural differences, adjusting shares to make everyone equal, and creating a welcoming environment specifically for oppressed groups.

MY RESPONSE TO JANN WENNER

The Nelson George Mixtape • 1081 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. Jann Wenner made insulting comments about women and black artists in an interview.
  2. Wenner is publishing a book called 'The Masters' featuring rock stars but excluded black and female artists.
  3. Nelson George posted a video response to Wenner's controversial views.

Real Rooney Rule Has Never Been Tried!

House of Strauss • 28 implied HN points • 03 Feb 26
🎾 Sports Diversity
  1. NFL media and insiders are again focused on racial representation after this hiring cycle produced no Black head coaches.
  2. Critics say the Rooney Rule and the league’s racial-bureaucracy approach are flawed and haven’t been truly tested, so the NFL should rethink how it handles race in hiring.
  3. Race labels are messy—cases like Mike McDaniel show that official definitions don’t match public perception, which makes the whole system feel arbitrary.

Hope is a Book In Hand

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 359 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
📚 Literature Diversity
  1. Books have a powerful ability to help people understand and care about different experiences. They can bring hope in tough times, especially when diverse stories are told.
  2. Indigenous authors are important because they share stories that show their real lives, not just stereotypes. Their books help everyone learn about different cultures and perspectives.
  3. Seeing people come together at book events is inspiring. It reminds us that books can create community and spread joy and compassion.

Diversity Thursday

CDR Salamander • 963 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Change can come suddenly, like the amendments to promote a cohesive and inclusive military force.
  2. A law bans using federal funds for certain divisive ideologies in the military, sparking optimism for change.
  3. Elimination of certain diversity-related positions and the restriction on funding for specific programs signal a shift in defense priorities.

Pity the Poor Bastards Who Have to Try to Racially Balance Every Big Event

I Might Be Wrong • 19 implied HN points • 10 Feb 26
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. Entertainment often forces racial "entry points" into shows to try to make every group feel represented, which can create tokenism and awkward shoehorning of performers.
  2. Every booking gets read as a win or loss by different political and racial camps, so backlash happens no matter who is chosen and the debate becomes a zero-sum culture war.
  3. Executives are stuck trying to please everyone, an impossible task, and the better solution is to stop prioritizing race as the main factor and treat culture as different expressions of shared experiences.

Reflections of an Apostate

Fake Noûs • 542 implied HN points • 14 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Libertarianism is built on skepticism about authority. People believe there shouldn't be government control over things that would be wrong for anyone else to do.
  2. Being a non-leftist in academia can be tough because there is often bias against conservative views. This bias can affect job opportunities and student experiences.
  3. Diverse viewpoints are important in academics. Having different ideas helps everyone to think better and avoid extreme groupthink.

DUKE OF EARL II

Cintra Wilson Feels Your Pain • 864 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. The theater experience described in the post was intense and unforgettable.
  2. The play involved real-like scenes and triggered strong emotions from the audience.
  3. The ending of the play resulted in a touching and unexpected moment of communal reflection and faith.

Diversity Thursday

CDR Salamander • 864 implied HN points • 06 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. The military's leadership is increasingly isolated from the people they serve.
  2. Politically-driven agendas in the military can cause division and undermine combat effectiveness.
  3. Emphasizing diversity and inclusion initiatives in the military can lead to controversy and pushback.

'We like to challenge our audiences'

NN Journal • 536 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Diversity
  1. White Cobra theater company founders aim to challenge their audiences with serious plays alongside lighter shows
  2. The company tours across the UK, exploring different locations and building a local following
  3. Richard and Kate, the founders, prioritize audience enjoyment over financial gain and work with a mix of professionals and local talent

Musings on Martians and Minority Membership (in the Lit Mag Context)

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
📚 Literature Diversity
  1. Some literary journals have policies about who can write about underrecognized groups in fiction.
  2. Editors may question the plausibility of certain characteristics or experiences of fictional characters from underrecognized groups.
  3. Gatekeeping around stories of fictional underrecognized group members raises questions about equity and creativity in literary spaces.

WATCH: This Muslim Israeli Woman Is the Hope of the Middle East

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 3111 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Diversity
  1. Lucy Aharish is the first Arab Muslim news presenter on mainstream, Hebrew-language Israeli television.
  2. She is an iconoclast who challenges societal norms by being an Arab, a proud Israeli, and a Muslim married to a Jew.
  3. Lucy Aharish has been vocal in her criticism of far-right voices, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Arab violence, emphasizing unity between Israelis and Arabs.

Who is a scientist?

Science Forever • 338 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🔬 Science Diversity
  1. Recognizing and valuing collaboration between Western and indigenous scientists is essential in making groundbreaking discoveries.
  2. The definition of a scientist can vary from narrow to broad, but ultimately, anyone contributing to the scientific enterprise is considered a scientist.
  3. Being a scientist is not limited to just lab work; it encompasses various roles like science policy, communication, illustration, and education.

Disaffected Episode 155: January 20, 2024

Disaffected Newsletter • 419 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. The FAA is hiring people with various disabilities for diversity, which some view as misplaced priorities given current aviation issues.
  2. There is a discussion on the rise of wokery and whether it's still growing or starting to fade.
  3. Many people go through a grieving process when they realize their parents may not be who they thought they were, facing the 'death' of an illusion.

Service Academy Majors/Minors

Points And Figures • 879 implied HN points • 24 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Service academies are meant to train future military officers, and their classes should reflect that mission. This means focusing on skills and knowledge relevant to defense rather than other topics.
  2. There has been pushback against classes like 'Diversity and Inclusion Studies' in military academies, which some view as unnecessary or indoctrination rather than practical education.
  3. Life at service academies is very different from civilian college experiences, with strict rules and a heavy emphasis on discipline and military training.

The Future of Travel Writing

Talking Travel Writing • 648 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
🏝 Travel Diversity
  1. The future of travel writing involves a shift towards more diverse voices and a focus on sustainability and responsible travel.
  2. Guidebooks of the future will prioritize providing a human context to travel experiences that AI cannot offer.
  3. Travel writing is expected to see a resurgence, with an emphasis on self-reflection, diversity, and challenging traditional travel norms.

Google’s Woke AI Wasn’t a Mistake. We Know. We Were There.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2040 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
💼 Business Diversity
  1. Google's new AI tool, Gemini, produced biased results in image searches, reflecting the larger issue of the company's culture prioritizing ideologies over excellence.
  2. Former Google employees, including high-profile individuals like Shaun Maguire, expressed concerns over Google's push for diversity, equity, and inclusion leading to compromises in quality and standards.
  3. The fallout from the Gemini AI debacle at Google highlighted the importance of balancing inclusivity with maintaining product quality and unbiased information for users.

A woman is good at her job. And she suffers for it.

Men Yell at Me • 663 implied HN points • 12 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. A woman at Meta faced years of sexual harassment and retaliation after reporting it. Even though she excelled at her job, she suffered for speaking out.
  2. Her lawsuit highlights how women can be treated unfairly in the workplace, especially in tech. Despite contributing significantly, she was denied promotions to protect her male coworkers.
  3. The case shows the challenges of maintaining safety and ethics in tech environments. She worked to improve a product but was punished for trying to address serious issues like harassment.

Photo of the Day

Photo of the Day • 216 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity
  1. Black residents of Nashville had advice for FDR during World War II.
  2. There was a call for equality and opportunities for Black Americans in the military during the war.
  3. The military's racial discrimination policies changed over time, ending segregation and allowing for integration of all races.

Genius in turbulent times

Logging the World • 418 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🔬 Science Diversity
  1. Genius can be found in lesser-known figures like Kolmogorov, who made significant contributions to mathematics and other fields.
  2. Kolmogorov's work on probability theory and the Kolmogorov-Arnold theorem had a lasting impact on mathematics and even underpins modern AI algorithms.
  3. Kolmogorov's life was not only marked by academic achievements but also by navigating personal challenges, such as opposing Lysenkoism and living as an openly gay man in Stalinist Russia.

Stupid Rules For Stupid People Struck Down

Points And Figures • 639 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
💼 Business Diversity
  1. NASDAQ's rule for corporate board diversity focused too much on identity instead of qualifications. It's more important to have people with varied experiences and perspectives on the board to help businesses succeed.
  2. The legal decision to revoke certain rules about private company disclosures is seen as positive. Regulations that infringe on privacy can deter companies from going public and create unnecessary barriers.
  3. Private markets should be free from excessive regulations. Investors need to keep the identities of their shareholders confidential, and government oversight can lead to more problems than it solves.

The Most Important Meeting of Your Year

DruGroup • 79 implied HN points • 14 May 24
💼 Business Diversity
  1. The nominating committee is super important because it decides who will lead in the future. The people you choose will shape the agenda and priorities for your group.
  2. Having a diverse group of nominees is crucial. It helps ensure that the leadership reflects different backgrounds and perspectives, making the organization stronger.
  3. Leading a nominating committee well can make a big impact. If you prepare properly and focus on the right issues, you'll set your organization up for success for a long time.