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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Challenges Republican Claims of Oppression During DEI Hearing

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett confronts Republican colleagues over misused perceptions of oppression during House debate on diversity legislation.

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Updated: Nov 20th, 2024, 10:34 PM ET

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During a House Oversight Committee hearing on the Dismantle DEI Act, Rep. Jasmine Crockett voiced her strong objections to Republican claims of oppression, asserting that white men have not experienced oppression in the same manner as Black Americans. She emphasized the historical context of slavery and urged a proper understanding of the term 'oppression'. The bill proposes provisions that would dismantle diversity initiatives within federal agencies, igniting further controversy in the ongoing debate over race and equity in America.

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