Jackie Robinson’s Military Story Restored Following Removal Amid DEI Content Elimination
An article about Jackie Robinson’s military service has been restored to the Department of Defense's website after its removal tied to DEI program eliminate efforts.
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Get StartedThe article is one of at least 50 pieces that appear on the department’s site as part of a series titled “Sports Heroes Who Served.”
Jackie Robinson's Army story restored to Defense Department site after removal in DEI purge
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The Pentagon did not say whether it was done on purpose, but Pentagon press secretary John Ullyot released the following statement to Fox News Digital before the story was restored:.
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The initial removal was in step with similar decisions in recent weeks as the Pentagon works on the removal of any webpage it considers to be representative of DEI programs.
Article on Jackie Robinson’s military career restored to defense department website
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Pentagon Removes, Restores Jackie Robinson Web Page Amid DEI Purge
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Summary
The Department of Defense has restored an article detailing Jackie Robinson's military service after it was briefly removed. The removal coincided with a broader purge of content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Robinson, an American icon, served in World War II and faced racial discrimination during his service. Pentagon officials stated that the removal targeted so-called DEI content, with officials asserting their commitment to recognizing soldiers solely for their patriotism and dedication. The situation raised concerns about erasing historical contributions from the military's narratives.
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