Costco shareholders defended DEI hiring against anti-woke attacks and won-for now

Amidst a wave of anti-DEI actions in corporate America led by the White House and a Supreme Court decision against affirmative action, Costco shareholders notably rebuffed an NCPPR proposal to eliminate the company's DEI practices. With a strong 98% vote against the proposal, Costco stands out as a corporate advocate for diversity and inclusion, contrasting with companies like Amazon and Boeing that are scaling back their DEI efforts. This decision reflects a commitment to maintaining equitable hiring practices despite political pressures and executive orders aimed at curtailing DEI initiatives.

With 310,000 employees, Costco likely has at least 200,000 employees who are potentially victims of this type of illegal discrimination because they are white, Asian, male or straight.

Costco's Board of Directors had recommended that shareholders vote against the proposal, and shareholders agreed-the proposal was voted down by 98% of them.

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