Morning Wire The White Collar Recession | 9.15.22
Sep 15, 2022
Big banks and tech companies are laying off employees at alarming rates, signaling a potential white-collar recession. Medical schools are now prioritizing diversity attitudes in admissions, raising eyebrows about viewpoint discrimination. Meanwhile, the Biden Administration proposes changes to Title IX, stirring controversy over gender identity protections and their implications for sports. These topics reflect deep societal shifts amidst rising living costs and changing educational policies.
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White-Collar Recession
- Several large companies announced mass layoffs, contributing to a white-collar recession.
- Industries like tech, real estate, and banking are significantly impacted.
Medical School DEI Litmus Test
- Top medical schools prioritize DEI attitudes when screening applicants, potentially excluding dissenters.
- This ideological litmus test may compromise the application process for doctors.
Title IX Changes and Parental Concerns
- The Biden administration's proposed Title IX changes expand protections to include sexual orientation and gender identity.
- This has sparked a record number of comments, mainly from parents concerned about women's sports and children's safety.