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During a candid conversation, Ava Loria, an actress known for her role in Desperate Housewives, expressed concern about eliminating DEI programs. She argued that such cuts could have damaging effects on writers and directors who benefit from these initiatives, particularly those from marginalized communities.
Loria stated, "This is the kind of hurting us with the garbage they keep putting out." She emphasized that the decline of DEI programs would reduce opportunities for talented creators, making it more difficult for women and people of color to break into Hollywood. While she attempted to frame her stance as non-racist, she acknowledged the reality: marginalized groups often rely on these programs as rare avenues for exposure.