NASA is undergoing significant shifts as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are being purged in response to directives from President Trump. This change has resulted in employees removing symbols of LGBT+ support and pronouns from communications, creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty among scientists. Despite NASA's previous commitment to inclusivity under former Administrator Jim Bridenstine, the agency now faces a backlash against these values, raising questions about the implications for its culture and scientific community moving forward.
The atmosphere at NASA is shifting dramatically as DEI initiatives are being dismantled under a directive from President Trump, evoking feelings of anger, fear, and confusion.
Employees are actively removing symbols of DEI support, like Pride flags and pronouns from emails, reflecting a climate of compliance and unease among NASA scientists.
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