Joseph Backholm and Ashley Vaughan tackle one of the most controversial cultural and political issues in America today: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). As North Carolina lawmakers debate legislation targeting DEI programs in schools, universities, and state agencies, Joseph and Ashley unpack what DEI actually means, why it exploded into the national spotlight after 2020, and whether it promotes justice—or creates deeper division.
The conversation explores meritocracy, race-conscious policies, education, worldview differences, and how Christians should think about race, history, justice, and identity. They also discuss public education, school choice, “wokeness,” and whether America should focus more on correcting the past or building a healthier future.
This episode dives into one of the defining cultural debates of our time with honesty, nuance, and conviction.
