On a recent episode of ESPN's 'Around the Horn,' Mina Kimes highlighted the Department of Defense's controversial removal of content promoting diversity initiatives, specifically an article on Jackie Robinson’s military service. This decision stemmed from a directive aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion themes from government sites. The Defense Department, despite backlash, defended its position, though Robinson's article was later restored. Kimes emphasized Robinson's historical significance, pointing out his courage against racial discrimination and his service in a segregated army unit, arguing that such contributions should never be erased or forgotten.
So, ESPN and others reported today that the Department of Defense – amidst an ongoing effort to purge government mentions of diversity, equity, and inclusion – removed the website honoring Jackie Robinson's military service.
In fact, in addition to crossing the color barrier in baseball, he served in a segregated unit in the army and, in one instance, refused to move to the back of the bus, was arrested, and acquitted.
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