Gender equity, DEI, climate action: How the Smithsonian’s woke push ‘infiltrated’ America's most beloved Zoo

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The Smithsonian's National Zoo has faced criticism for its new strategic plan, which incorporates gender equity, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and climate action initiatives. The zoo's leadership claims that these initiatives are necessary to stay relevant and attract a diverse audience, but critics argue that they represent a 'woke' push that is infiltrating a beloved American institution.

Key Points

  • The Smithsonian's National Zoo has incorporated gender equity and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into its mission
  • The zoo's new strategic plan includes climate action and social justice initiatives
  • Critics argue that the zoo's shift in focus is an example of 'woke' culture infiltrating a beloved American institution
  • The zoo's leadership claims that the new initiatives are necessary to stay relevant and attract a diverse audience
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