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Difference unites does it? And I guess everyone is biased and bigoted then
Opinion Lowering of standards in every industry in the name of diversity
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Social work and therapy are largely useless and placating is the name of the game so getting her a black therapist that may or may not have been less qualified was the right move.Activists and the Erosion of Standards
One of the most striking aspects of activists who seek to reshape society and dismantle established hierarchies in the name of “equity” is their unwavering determination and assertiveness. They don’t wait for permission; they simply forge ahead. And they do so in such vast numbers and across so many domains that it becomes nearly impossible to keep track of their actions. Even if you oppose their agenda, as many people do, it’s challenging to stay fully informed due to the sheer scale of their operation.
With all this in mind, one might assume that it’s impossible to be shocked by any industry lowering its standards in the name of diversity. After all, if everyone is doing it, how surprising can these initiatives truly be?
A Startling Development in Social Work
That’s what I thought until recently when I learned about a new plan to “diversify” one of the least demanding and rigorous professional fields. I didn’t believe it was possible for this field to lower its already low standards.
According to NBC News Washington:
Let’s consider those implications. The underlying assumption is that you can only benefit from a therapist who shares your exact worldview. This assumption is prevalent because much of therapy involves paying someone to agree with you. There’s no scientific basis for it. Patients choose doctors who tell them what they want to hear, and doctors are aware of this. They call it “affirmative care.” Instead of offering independent diagnoses or pushback, therapists tell children they’re “transgender” or have ”ADHD.” This is how therapy works today, but it’s not how it’s supposed to work.
In theory, counseling should involve someone who sees the world differently from you. You seek guidance because there’s a problem with your perspective. But what’s even more interesting in the clip is Sarah’s assertion that the only way to find a therapist who thinks like her is to find one with the same skin color. This goes beyond mere racism; it’s race essentialism. If a white person endorsed this perspective, they would be labeled a domestic terrorist. But when a black person endorses it on NBC News, there are no consequences. NBC News even endorses her viewpoint.
Let’s examine the statistics mentioned in the clip. Between 2018 and 2021, approximately 76% of white test-takers passed the bachelor’s level exam on their first attempt. Asians had a 60% pass rate, followed by Hispanics at 53%, and blacks at 33%. These rankings generally align with the distribution of SAT scores, with one notable exception. Asian test-takers typically excel on standardized tests, but in this case, they lag behind.
NBC News, however, disregards the relatively poor performance of Asians and instead focuses solely on the low number of black students who pass. For my part, I take some pride in the fact that white people are surpassing Asians in at least one category. But the question remains: why is the 33% pass rate among black test-takers automatically seen as evidence of a flawed test? Is it truly racist? To find out, I watched study sessions on YouTube, hoping to identify any racist questions. Instead, I was bored to tears. The questions were mundane and far from racist.
After examining the social worker exam questions, it’s clear that they are not racist. Yet, activists and elected officials in D.C. are attempting to eliminate the testing requirement entirely, based on unfounded claims. This move contradicts the purpose of licensing requirements, which aim to ensure competence in a profession and protect the public. Instead of admitting everyone and then dealing with the consequences of incompetence, we should maintain standards from the start.
Ironically, the Left has been advocating for social workers to replace law enforcement in various situations, expanding their power and scope. Yet, they are simultaneously lowering the standards for social workers. While social workers are generally ineffective, this trend symbolizes a larger problem. The Left seeks to reshape society by eroding standards across all professions, from the most demanding to the least. They won’t stop until they have undermined the legitimacy of every job in the country.
Except, of course, they won’t implement any diversity initiatives in major sports leagues where their preferred demographics are already dominant. But in every other field, they are determined to reduce standards to the point of nonexistence. If even social workers are exempt from a simple test, it proves that they can eliminate standards in every other area. We must decide whether we want a functioning society or if we will allow them to succeed.
What message does the initiative to lower standards in professional fields send about the value of hard work and maintaining well-established standards?
Students have a higher pass rate, not because of their skin color, but because they have studied, prepared, and met the standards required for success. It is not a matter of discrimination but of competence and merit.
The decision to lower the standards for social workers based on race is not only concerning but also dangerous. The field of social work is one that requires individuals to have the knowledge, skills, and empathy necessary to support and assist those in need. Lowering the standards in this profession compromises the quality of care provided to vulnerable individuals and puts their well-being at risk.
Furthermore, this initiative sends a message that academic achievement and competency can be overlooked in the pursuit of diversity. It undermines the value of hard work and the importance of maintaining well-established standards in professional fields. By prioritizing diversity over competence, we risk diminishing the credibility and effectiveness of these professions.
It is essential to recognize the difference between promoting diversity and lowering standards. Diversity should be embraced and celebrated, but it should not come at the expense of excellence and professionalism. Standards should be based on objectivity, competency, and merit rather than race or ethnicity.
As a society, we must strive to create equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background. However, this should not be achieved through the erosion of standards. Instead, we should focus on providing resources, support, and equal access to education and training that enables individuals from all walks of life to meet and excel in established standards.
Activists who advocate for the erosion of standards in the name of equity must be mindful of the unintended consequences of their actions. It is crucial to consider the long-term effects on the integrity and effectiveness of the professions they seek to change. Balancing the pursuit of diversity with the maintenance of excellence is a delicate task that requires thoughtful consideration, collaboration, and a commitment to upholding high standards.
In conclusion, the trend of lowering standards in various fields, including social work, under the guise of diversity is concerning. It undermines the credibility and effectiveness of these professions and puts vulnerable individuals at risk. While promoting diversity is important, it should not come at the expense of competency and merit. Upholding and maintaining well-established standards is crucial to ensure the quality of care and services provided. It is essential for activists and society as a whole to find a balance between diversity and maintaining excellence to ensure the continued success of these professions.
Lowering The Standards In Every Industry In The Name Of Diversity | Conservative News Daily™
One remarkable trait of activists seeking to reshape society for "equity" is their unwavering aggression. They act without seeking permission, mobilizing in vast numbers across diverse domains.www.conservativenewsdaily.net
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reading comprehension bra...and yes most people have biases and bigoted views...is normal
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The problem is that most of what the left does just inflames that bias and bigotry these days. It used to that the right tried to divide and the left tried to unite. Now they are both at it.
Right = Those immigrants are all terrorists.
Left = Those straight white men are all oppressing you.
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Anyone remotely surprised these two woke zombies couldn’t make it past the title?
I don’t think anyone with an IQ above 50 or with a shred of free thought left in them, could read the full article and not question the disease DI measures have become…
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The ironic thing about guys like him is they spend all of their time white knighting for far left racial causes but rarely have any POCs in their IRL social circle (if Loiosh even has one). At most they might communicate with a few online but those are usually just white guys pretending eg Trotsky. I actually wouldn't be surprised if he has done that himself. He really is just that pathetic.
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Agree..
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Thats absolute nonsense.
The fact that for most of the countries existence its had an institutionalized racial hierarchy negates that fantasy
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Sure.
But to do that, we have to undue the social injustices among other things that have worked to suppress any thoughts of a meritocracy
Seems like thats what many masters of industry have decided to do
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Woke Zombies refuse to read.
I eventually read the poorly written article and dissected it. There was not one response to my critic yet since I doubt any conservative actually read anything beyond the headline like usual.
You and every other caricature of a human in this thread love to complain about things that don’t exist in reality. It’s a victim complex you create by lying about the world.
How is that true if there is less violent crime in the modern era?
Countries were more homogenous decades and centuries ago but there was more violence. Why is that?
What about a country like Argentina? They are homogenous yet hate each other based on political ideology.
When you don’t have immigrants to blame it seems a country ends up blaming the “leftists”.
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So you think that the way to “undue social injustices” is by creating more social injustices?
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It’s really not nonsense though, say what you want about when slavery was a thing but there’s no indication america isn’t meritocratic along racial lines other than “this group is doing better than this group! That’s racist!”
Society has never been about meritocracy. There has never been a time in history where it was lol
It's pure delusion to think otherwise
Even now in the modern era, the biggest correlating factor for success is having wealthy parents
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The strongest correlation is IQ and income, not parental wealth and income. When you look at adopted children the correlation between parental wealth and income decreases
IQ is not the strongest correlation. They have proven this false many times.
The American Dream promises that individual talent will be rewarded, regardless of where one comes from or who one’s parents are. But the reality of what transpires along America’s K-12-to-career pipeline reveals a sorting of America’s most talented youth by affluence—not merit. Among the affluent, a kindergartner with test scores in the bottom half has a 7 in 10 chance of reaching high SES among his or her peers as a young adult, while a disadvantaged kindergartner with top-half test scores only has a 3 in 10 chance.
The disparities in immediate college enrollment are jarring for tenth graders with bottom-half math scores—54 percent of those who are lowest SES do not immediately enroll in any college, compared to 16 percent who are highest SES. Those who are highest SES are more likely to enroll in a four-year college (46%) than their lowest-SES counterparts (14%).
Family class plays a greater role than high school test scores in college attainment. The highest-SES students with bottom-half math scores are more likely to complete college degrees than the lowest-SES students with top-half math scores.
It doesn't really matter how smart you are since someone who is much dumber than you has a higher chance of success just due to the fact their parents are wealthy. They have modelled this through all year levels and age groups. The results don't change.
Let's start with income. Not surprisingly, the amount of money people make is strongly predicted by what their parents earn. Up until a parent-household-income threshold of roughly $150,000, adult children tend to earn another $0.33 for every dollar their parents earn. Above that cutoff, the increase they see in their income based on their parents' earnings is less dramatic:
IQ doesn't even come close to this type of correlation. The stats don't really lie about this. It's actually pretty damning tbh.
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Good luck pointing out where I was “wrong”.
