Recently, a House Representative claimed that affirmative action “divides us.” This statement not only misrepresents the intent and impact of affirmative action but also ignores the painful history that made such policies necessary in the first place. Affirmative action was not born out of a desire to divide Americans—it was born out of a national…
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July 2, 2025, marks the 61st anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a historic piece of legislation that reshaped the American workplace, legal system, and society at large. Signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, the Civil Rights Act was a monumental achievement of the civil rights movement and a crucial step…
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For Federal Contractors, EO 14173 Raises the Stakes—and Continuing EO 11246 Practices Protects Your Bottom Line When Executive Order 11246 was revoked and replaced with EO 14173, some federal contractors—especially those under private equity ownership—interpreted the shift as a green light to pause their long-standing nondiscrimination practices. This would be a critical misstep. Not…
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For nearly six decades, Executive Order 11246 has stood as a cornerstone in the fight against workplace discrimination. More than a regulatory requirement, it has served as a powerful tool for progress—challenging employers to confront systemic bias and build fair, inclusive hiring practices. Before EO 11246, discrimination in the workplace wasn’t just tolerated—it was…
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Hello my fellow HR practitioners, As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we honor the life and legacy of a man who devoted his life to fighting for racial equality and justice. His vision of a more just and inclusive society continues to inspire people around the world. MLK Day is not only a…
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