"Dean Phillips Faces Backlash for Removing DEI References from Campaign Website"
TL;DR
Democratic candidate Dean Phillips defended removing "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" from his campaign website, stating it was not due to pressure from donor Bill Ackman. Phillips replaced the phrase with "Equity & Restorative Justice," emphasizing a desire to go beyond traditional diversity efforts and address the racial wealth gap. He denied being influenced by donors and stated that he has been learning from various perspectives, including Ackman's, but maintains his independence.
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