May have missed this if someone else posted it, but this was sent to the Parents Clubs From the Supt for context:
Official Statement by USAFA Superintendent, Lt. Gen. Richard Clark:
USAFA Statement on Diversity and Inclusion Training
Parent Club Presidents,
You have likely seen, and are receiving questions about, reporting in Fox News regarding a one-hour diversity and inclusion training led by cadets in each squadron. My team has provided the below to Fox in order to correct the record, but I wanted you to have the information to address any questions you may be getting.
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“The Air Force Academy does not prohibit the use of ‘Mom and Dad’ or other gender specific terms. The recent briefing on diversity and inclusion is being taken out of context and misrepresented; the slide in question was not intended to stand alone.
First and foremost, the briefing centered on respect for others and the warfighting imperative of leveraging diverse perspectives to solve our nation’s most difficult national security problems. Our strategic competitors are doing the opposite. Our American diversity is a strategic advantage and opens the door to creative solutions, providing a competitive edge in air, space, and cyberspace.
The slide on ‘inclusive language’ was intended to demonstrate how respect for others should be used to build inclusive teams, producing more effective warfighting units. Understanding a person’s context shows respect. Until you know a person’s situation, we should not make assumptions about them.
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Most of you are Moms and Dads, and we have no intention of taking that away from you! Please let me know if you have questions, and, as always, thank you for your support.
V/R Rich
RICHARD M. CLARK, Lt Gen, USAF
Superintendent, USAFA
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