US Edition'Resistance Is futile.' Why UC and Other Universities Didn't Fight Ohio's Anti-DEI Law
- On Tuesday, 2025, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey revealed that his office has begun probing the City of Columbia’s application of programs focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion within its governmental operations, hiring practices, and funding allocations.
- The investigation was launched following several complaints from Columbia residents alleging racial discrimination, with reference made to the 2023 U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case involving Students for Fair Admissions, which determined that government policies based on race are unconstitutional.
- Bailey's office requested public records from March 1, 2025, onward, specifically seeking documents mentioning 'racial equity toolkit' and 'equity', while Columbia City Council recently rejected removing DEI language from its 2021 Strategic Plan.
- Bailey labeled the city's policies as systemically racist and vowed to hold officials responsible, emphasizing the need for transparency about the allocation of public funds and a firm stance against any discriminatory practices.
- Columbia City Manager De'Carlon Seewood stated that the city neither uses race-based quotas nor engages in discrimination, emphasizing its dedication to providing equitable access for all residents while cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
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City of Columbia DEI initiatives under investigation by Missouri attorney general
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has launched an investigation into the city of Columbia over its reported use of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in local government programs, hiring and funding decisions.
Attorney general investigating City of Columbia for DEI practices
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey said Tuesday that his office has started an investigation into the City of Columbia's practices related to diversity, equity and inclusion. The investigation will focus on "decision-making in city programs, hiring and funding," according to a news release from Bailey's office. “We will not allow government at
Columbia DEI policies under review by Missouri Attorney General
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office has issued a formal Sunshine Law request to the City of Columbia as part of a broader inquiry into the city’s decision-making regarding programs, hiring practices, and funding allocations. The request is part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of unlawful racial preferences in public policy. Attorney General Andrew Bailey […] The post Columbia DEI policies under review by Missouri Attorney General…
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