DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford Motor Co. has joined the ranks of companies that have pulled back on diversity, equity and inclusion policies while facing pressure from conservative groups.
“We will continue to put our effort and resources into taking care of our customers, our team, and our communities versus publicly commenting on the many polarizing issues of the day,” the memo said. “There will of course be times when we will speak out on core issues if we believe our voice can make a positive difference."
Ford, he wrote, doesn't use hiring quotas or tie compensation to specific diversity goals, and it remains committed to “fostering a safe and inclusive workplace."Starbuck posted Farley's memo, the contents of which were confirmed by Ford. The company said Wednesday that the memo speaks for itself and declined further comment.