Greenville Reporter

North Carolina State Representative Gregory F. Murphy has described Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as "the greatest peer pressure event since the Spanish Inquisition," claiming that its "divisive theology" undermines Western competitiveness and will "cost patients' lives." Murphy made his statement in a September 12 post on X.

"DEI, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity initiative, is the greatest peer pressure event since the Spanish Inquisition," said F. Murphy. "It's divisive theology is making Western Civilization less competitive, will cost patient's lives and is destroying our national security."

Murphy has introduced the EDUCATE Act, which aims to eliminate DEI mandates in medical education. According to a press release by House.gov, this legislation seeks to halt federal funding to institutions enforcing specific beliefs or racial discrimination while also mandating accreditation agencies to prevent DEI-related practices. Additionally, it permits instruction on race-related health issues and research data collection without promoting discriminatory practices.

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"American medical schools are the best in the world and no place for discrimination," said Murphy in a press release by House.gov. He added that the EDUCATE Act compels medical schools and accrediting agencies to uphold colorblind admissions processes and prohibits the coercion of students who hold certain political opinions. "Diversity strengthens medicine, but not if it’s achieved through exclusionary practices. Medicine is about serving others and doing the best job possible in every circumstance."

Murphy is currently serving his third term representing North Carolina’s Third Congressional District, which includes significant regions of Eastern North Carolina. He holds key positions on committees including the House Ways and Means Committee, the House Veterans Affairs Committee, and the Committee on House Administration. He also co-chairs the House GOP Doctors Caucus. With academic honors from Davidson College and the University of North Carolina’s School of Medicine, he is the sole practicing surgeon among current congressional members, according to information provided by House.gov.