Diversity
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PublishedAugust 7, 2023
School board member’s resignation adds to tumult for York County school district
Jameson Davis, who ran unopposed last year for the RSU 21 seat, announced she was stepping down in a full-page ad in her local paper, saying the board is too focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.
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PublishedJuly 22, 2023
Another View: House speaker backs anti-’woke’ bill that hurts America’s military
Kevin McCarthy’s support of the military funding bill harms servicewomen, slows diversity efforts and threatens transgender personnel.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2023
Texas A&M University president resigns after Black journalist’s hiring at campus unravels
Her exit comes as Republican lawmakers across the U.S. are targeting diversity, equity and inclusion programs on college campuses.
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PublishedJune 29, 2023
Maine colleges say Supreme Court ruling will harm efforts to create diverse campuses
With race effectively eliminated as a factor in college admissions, Maine schools must refocus their efforts to create diverse student bodies.
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PublishedMay 1, 2023
Portland’s first director of equity and diversity wants to start community dialogue
Umaru Balde is tasked with promoting equity and inclusion and will serve as an adviser to the city manager and council.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2023
SAD 75 superintendent pursues diversity, equity initiatives
The creation of a diversity, equity and inclusion committee and the help of a consultant to set goals will allow the schools to work on racial and inclusion problems, Superintendent Steve Connolly says.
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PublishedJanuary 15, 2023
Commentary: Increasingly diverse U.S. workplaces will force more employers to be flexible
Diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are by now common across America. So far, too many have been rigid, poorly developed and prone to failure.
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PublishedDecember 22, 2022
For Filipinos in Maine, Christmas food combines the best of both worlds
The Filipino population in Maine is on the rise, and Christmas is the most wonderful time of year.
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PublishedDecember 9, 2022
With the opening of Papi, variety of Latin cuisines on Maine menus continues to grow
The Puerto Rican-themed restaurant in Portland is the latest addition to a diversifying Latin food scene.
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PublishedAugust 14, 2022
Through the power of food memories, Tender Table builds community for people of color
Tender Table events combine storytelling with food, offering participants a space to feel connected – and at home.
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