OPINION - REMOVE DEI PRACTICES

In a landscape where the elimination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives is gaining momentum, particularly under the influence of prominent political figures, it is imperative for local governments to critically assess their stance on these matters. The constitutional foundation, especially the 14th Amendment, emphasizes the necessity of due process in government actions, reminding us that fairness should prevail over any arbitrary decisions. While DEI advocates may have started with noble intentions, there are concerns that such frameworks have inadvertently fostered new forms of discrimination.

My experience on the Board of Commissioners (BOC) vividly illustrated this dilemma during the search for a County Administrator. Despite an extensive recruitment process that attracted over 60 candidates, the decision to overlook two finalists, highly qualifified... in my opinion, based solely on their race... raises profound questions about transparency and accountability in governance. Consequently, the county opted to operate without a dedicated County Administrator until 2024, incurring significant financial implications. This situation serves as a clarion call for a reevaluation of how we approach equity and inclusion, ensuring that our systems promote fairness for all individuals, rather than creating divisive hierarchies that undermine the very principles they aim to uphold. 

“And work for the peace and prosperity of the city where I sent you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, for its welfare will determine your welfare.”

Jeremiah 29:7 NLT

SPIRITUAL BATTLE

EPHESIANS 6:11-12

Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

For we wrestle NOT against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against SPIRITUAL WICKEDNESS in high places

PRESIDENT TRUMP appointed three Ambassadors to Hollywood. He named Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson and Jon Voight to this task. Mel Gibson and several other actors have been very vocal about the cult activities wherein Hollywood "is drenched in the blood of innocent children."

With the appointment of ROBERT F KENNEDY, JR., for Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services on the horizon, steps have already been taken to clean up our food supply.  Even the FDA has taken the stance to Make America Healthy Again with the banning of artificial Red No. 3 dye.