Poilievre’s War on DEI Isn’t About Merit—It’s About Power

Behind the slogans and fake outrage is a bid to roll back fairness and keep opportunity in the hands of the already privileged.

Pierre Poilievre’s latest attack on diversity, equity, and inclusion isn’t about merit. It’s about maintaining privilege. His new campaign to “End DEI” and “Restore the merit principle” is a pre-emptive strike against the Liberal government’s upcoming November budget, timed to stir resentment and fill Conservative coffers. The man never misses a chance …