Former Costco Executive Hits Back at DEI Criticism

Former Costco Executive Hits Back at DEI Criticism: 'Who We Are'
A former executive at the bulk store told Fox News that the company has always strived to hire a diverse workforce that represents America.
Former Costco executive defends its DEI policies, says critics don't understand the company's culture
The former executive claims that Costco has always valued the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, even before the term "DEI" existed. Costco executives see the company’s culture as a key factor in its success and that, to his ears, DEI is synonymous with the way the company has always done business.
Republican attorneys general call out Costco for maintaining DEI policies
Led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, the Republican officials instructed Costco to let them know within 30 days whether it would get rid of its DEI policies or explain why not. Costco did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Virginia AG Miyares joins other AGs asking Costco to end DEI policies
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares, along with 19 attorneys general in other states, signed a letter to Costco calling the retailer's DEI policies unlawful and discriminatory.
Costco keeps its DEI policies, which sparked a local "Buy-Cott" movement
After many companies scaled back DEI programs, an event urged the community to support a major local retailer standing firm on its diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Virginia Attorney General signs letter asking Costco to end its DEI policies
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Costco isn't the problem, neither is DEI
There's a concept called the illusion of truth. It's the notion that if you repeat a lie long enough, people start to believe it. Those who buy into the illusion might think DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion,
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Rev. Al Sharpton leads ‘buy-cott’ to support Costco for DEI initiatives
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Texas AG Paxton demanding Costco end DEI practices
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O'Leary rips Costco for bucking DEI trend: 'Bad for business'
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