"Corporate America's Retreat from DEI Commitments Amid Growing Backlash"

Claudine Gay's resignation as Harvard president has sparked a broader debate on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in academia and the corporate world. While some detractors, like billionaire Bill Ackman, criticize DEI as discriminatory, others, including Mark Cuban, defend its principles as beneficial for business. The controversy highlights a cultural shift and generational change in leadership at top institutions. Meanwhile, other university leaders and corporate figures are also navigating the complexities of DEI initiatives and their implications for governance and business practices.