The panelists argued that the State Department is bloated and overly bureaucratic, suffering from unclear goals and a shortage of talent, necessitating significant reforms.
Hankinson emphasized that current hiring practices, skewed toward minority representation, undermine department performance, advocating for a merit-based selection process.
Peterson highlighted the need for a restructured hiring process that prioritizes younger talent and effective results, essential for competing with China's diplomatic efforts.
Nagy called for reforms to better align the State Department's objectives with national interests, suggesting that DEI requirements hinder operational efficiency and effectiveness.
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