Kamala Harris is under fire from Republicans who say she got her job because of her race and gender. They call her a “DEI hire,” claiming she was picked for vice president just to fill a diversity quota. This comes as Democrats face growing criticism for pushing identity politics over qualifications.
Jasmine Crockett, a Democratic congresswoman, admitted she landed her past job as a public defender by telling her boss, “You should hire me because I’m Black.” She bragged about this during a congressional hearing, sparking outrage. Conservatives say this proves the left cares more about skin color than skills.
Harris and Crockett’s cases highlight what critics call a dangerous trend. The Democrats keep lowering standards to meet racial targets instead of hiring the best people. This hurts trust in leadership and makes Americans question whether those in power earned their roles.
Republicans argue DEI policies divide the country by judging people based on race. They point to Harris’s struggles on the campaign trail as proof she wasn’t ready for the job. Others mock her for awkward moments, like giggling during serious interviews, calling it unprofessional.
Crockett’s comments blew up online, with conservatives labeling her a walking example of failed DEI. They say her confession shows these hires often lack experience but get positions anyway. Critics warn this approach puts unqualified people in charge of important decisions.
The fallout is spreading. Polls show voters increasingly distrust Democrats, with many switching to support Trump. Even some Democratic leaders admit their party’s focus on race instead of policies is backfiring. Ordinary workers worry jobs will go to less qualified candidates just to meet diversity goals.
Democrats defend DEI programs as tools for fairness, but conservatives see them as reverse racism. They argue true equality means judging people by their abilities, not their skin color. This debate is heating up as the election nears, with Trump vowing to gut DEI policies if reelected.
The country now faces a choice between merit-based hiring and divisive identity politics. Critics say Democrats’ obsession with race is tearing America apart. They urge voters to reject shortcuts and demand leaders who earn their place through hard work, not woke checkboxes.
