"Diversity Destroys Legitimacy" argues that diversity (for its own sake) undermines Western society's cohesion and legitimacy by introducing conflicting cultural values and identities. It challenges the claim that diversity strengthens society, asserting that the West's historical power derives from its cultural and technological advancements, that stem from a particular cultural mosaic, that despite its diversity, was still limited and cohesive in its primary values.
Activities such as human sacrifice or self-destructive practices (e.g., abortion and childlessness) add to diversity but not survivability.
Diversity, as a man-made construct, is said to divide rather than unite, hindering the shared trust needed for development by prioritizing diversity for diversity sake, rather than seeing diversity as a secondary and derivative value. The author critiques the notion that all cultures are equally valid, arguing that incompatible values, such as Sharia versus Western law, force a choice that threatens societal legitimacy. Diversity is only beneficial in context, and unchecked, it risks eroding a community's core identity and values. As Westerners we need to seek diversity within the context of the Wests core values and priorities, rather than, as has been done, increase diversity as if it is the single most important social variable. There are other factors that are as equally important or more important.
