Jeffrey Tucker's article discusses the tragic suicide of Jason Arday, an education sociologist at Cambridge, amidst an investigation into his intellectual credibility. Tucker argues that Arday's rise was enabled by Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which he equates to a mutated form of affirmative action prioritizing identity over merit. He contends that such systems create unearned prestige and foster resentment and hidden contempt. Tucker shares an anecdote about a Black university administrator who felt burdened by opportunities he believed exceeded his qualifications, illustrating how individuals can be harmed by being beneficiaries of DEI. This administrator explained how he was accelerated through the academic system, struggling to keep up and feeling like a token. He questioned the integrity of a system that seemed to reward him regardless of performance. Tucker draws a parallel to a hypothetical scenario where someone might be boosted solely based on their origin. He criticizes white, left-liberal intellectuals for creating these systems as a form of penance, using Black individuals as pawns. The article asserts that DEI has permeated various sectors, suppressing dissent through threats of accusations of racism. Whistleblowers face retaliation, leaving only those willing to conform to the prevailing narrative. Tucker concludes that DEI is demeaning to all involved, including those bypassed, those who speak out, and even its perceived beneficiaries. He believes these systems are unsustainable and lead to tragic outcomes, advocating for an end to such practices.