
Four years after launching a push for more diversity in its ranks, McDonald’s is ending some of its diversity practices, citing a U.S. Supreme Court decision that outlawed affirmative action in college admissions. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. McDonald’s is the latest big company to shift its tactics in the wake of the 2023 ruling and a conservative backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Main Idea: McDonald’s is rolling back some of its diversity goals after the Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling and a wider backlash against DEI programs.
Key Points:
McDonald’s rolling back diversity goals could mean fewer opportunities for some workers and suppliers from underrepresented groups.
McDonald’s says it will keep reporting demographics and says inclusion still matters, which may limit the impact on customers and employees.
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Primary company in the story; it is rolling back some diversity goals and changing related internal practices.
McDonald’s chairman and CEO, whose prior and current statements frame the company’s diversity stance.
Its affirmative action ruling is cited as a key reason McDonald’s is changing its diversity practices.
Named as another company that rolled back DEI initiatives, part of the broader corporate trend.
Named as another company that rolled back DEI initiatives, part of the broader corporate trend.
Named as another major company that rolled back DEI initiatives, used as comparison context.
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