Senator Wendy Rogers explained her vote in favor of HB2868 by strongly opposing DEI policies, calling them a “cancer” that undermine merit and equal opportunity. She argued that prioritizing identity over qualifications devalues real achievement and creates double standards. Drawing from her own experience as one of the first female Air Force pilots, Rogers emphasized that success should be earned—not granted based on race or gender. She warned that DEI in critical roles, like aviation and medicine, could lead to dangerous outcomes, and urged a return to merit-based practices across government and education.
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