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In recent months, many employers have faced increased scrutiny of and challenges to their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including claims that the programs amount to “reverse discrimination.” In a recent decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit (which covers Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin) rejected an employee’s reverse discrimination claim under federal and Illinois law and provided a helpful road map for employers seeking to defend against these lawsuits.
Charles Vavra, who is white, worked for Honeywell International, Inc., in a business unit headed by John Waldron. In September 2020,