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Affrimative Action Series Pt. 4

Phillips Collaborative • July 8, 2024

As a continuation of our last episode, here is the conclusion to our Affirmative Action series. Since last June, the Supreme Court’s decision to gut affirmative action has been an immensely influential one. It changed the lives of many across the nation which has implications for generations to come. However, in the words of Maya Angelou, "But still, like dust, I'll rise." Many students have overcome what some might see as an obstacle and push everyday to reach for their goals. Listen to what these amazing leaders have to say and we hope you enjoyed the insight this series provides for us all!

By Noel Gasca - NPR February 14, 2025
President Trump has issued executive orders to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, reflecting a broader trend of companies scaling back DEI initiatives. Even before these actions, demand for DEI consulting services had been declining, as many corporations retreated from diversity commitments made after 2020
By Phillips Collaborative February 6, 2025
In 3rd Rail’s debut episode, host Milyna Phillips joins Jini Rae Sparkman and Lawrence Alexander of the Phillips Collaborative to unpack the state of DEI. They dive into tough conversations on education, civil discourse, and admissions—listening, judging, and keeping it real.
By Jini Rae Sparkman January 13, 2025
In "The Guise of Civil Discourse and the Limits of Tolerance," Jini Rae Sparkman critiques the misuse of civil discourse as a facade for perpetuating racism and intolerance. She references Karl Popper's "paradox of tolerance," emphasizing that unbounded tolerance can lead to the erosion of tolerance itself if intolerant ideologies are not actively challenged.
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