Fight Wokeness With Small Government

Even when it sides with the right, big government suppresses both freedom and economic growth.

Sept. 2, 2024 at 11:57 am

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Wonder Land: In Kamala Harris, the Democrats have created the biggest soap bubble American politics has ever seen. The question is, can they stop Donald Trump popping it until Nov. 5? Photo: Erin Hooley/Associated Press

Many big-name companies this summer have scrapped their diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The manufacturer of Jack Daniel’s whiskey announced it will end its DEI initiatives, saying, “the world has evolved.” Harley-Davidson similarly dropped its DEI policies, saying it will focus on “retaining our loyal riding community.” Tractor Supply said it’s eliminating its DEI roles. “We have heard from customers that we have disappointed them,” the company said.

Companies are also getting pushback from shareholders on their environmental, social and governance policies. A report from shareholder consulting firm Georgeson found that investors submitted more anti-ESG proposals at annual shareholder meetings between July 2023 and May 2024 than in any previous year.

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