A subtle yet potent war is being waged against American society, aiming to dismantle and reshape it. This "political warfare" leverages various non-kinetic strategies to achieve its objectives, and one of its most effective weapons is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
DEI: A Weaponized Tool
DEI proponents often speak of disrupting oppressive systems. While addressing societal inequalities is crucial, some DEI initiatives appear to exacerbate divisions rather than bridge them. This raises concerns about their true intentions and potential exploitation by adversaries like China, which has a history of exploiting social issues to advance its interests.
The CCP's historical support of groups like the Black Panthers during the Cultural Revolution illustrates this tactic. While seemingly supporting social justice movements, the CCP's underlying goal is to weaken the U.S. from within. DEI can be a potent tool in this strategy.
DEI initiatives can function like improvised explosive devices (IEDs) within organizations, lying dormant until triggered, potentially destroying careers and reputations. Like those who plant IEDs, those who weaponize DEI often remain unscathed.
This constant threat creates a climate of fear and distrust, impacting military recruitment, morale, training, and overall effectiveness.
Neutralizing the DEI Threat
While efforts to counter DEI's negative impacts are underway in broader society, similar action within the military seems lacking. Instead of focusing on external threats, some military leaders have prioritized internal investigations into "extremism," yielding minimal results while diverting attention from critical defense priorities like countering China's growing military power.
Learning from Past Mistakes
History offers cautionary tales. Programs like Project 100,000 in the late 1960s, while not racially motivated, demonstrated the dangers of lowering standards to meet quotas. The resulting negative impacts on military effectiveness underscore the importance of maintaining high standards and prioritizing merit.
True DEI: Discipline, Effort, Integrity
True strength lies not in superficial diversity but in unity of purpose. A strong military requires high standards, fair treatment, equal opportunity, and merit-based advancement. DEI, when misapplied, undermines these principles. A more effective approach focuses on individual character traits: Discipline, Effort, and Integrity – qualities everyone can cultivate.
Neutralizing the detrimental effects of weaponized DEI is crucial for the future of the US military and national security.
