There are several instances of various organizations speaking out against white men or vocalizing their aversion to hiring white, male employees. In November 2017, the Democratic National Committee attracted backlash after sending an email which discouraged white men from apply for various positions.
Weeks later, an MSNBC panelist went on air and slammed all white men as “posing the biggest threat to Americans.” In light of the foregoing statement, the panelist came under fire for what many Americans viewed as racism and identity politics. Critics have moreover stated that attacking white men will not solve perceived injustices towards other groups of people.
What Does America Think of Uber’s Request?
Americans have not hesitated to weigh in with their thoughts on Uber’s latest request. Observers also took to social media to vocalize their thoughts and opinions:
CNN and it’s fake news along with Uber exec, pushing white shame and guilt. How about Bozo’s mom talk to the NBA and WNBA and ask the players to look around and ask themselves if there’s 2 many blacks on the court? Would that be fair? #BoycottUber https://t.co/xwbr4sxyHO
— 🐾 Panthera 4 Trump 🐾 (@Panthera_0nca) March 12, 2018
Instead of focusing on "diversity" in the workplace or anywhere else, which is in itself discriminatory, why not simply get competent people in the right positions? https://t.co/Z5HtVbIIwl
— Gregory Mannarino (@GregMannarino) March 12, 2018
Finally, Uber has yet to release an official statement amidst backlash.
