Overview

• Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's decision to host an 'Elected of Color Holiday Party' excluding white city council members has sparked controversy and backlash.
• The party was intended as an affinity-group gathering, but critics argue it perpetuates racial divides and undermines the mission of diversity.
• Despite an apology from Mayor Wu, the incident has highlighted ongoing racial tensions and the need for more inclusive approaches to diversity and equity.
• Mayor Wu's actions have been compared to other instances of 'exclusionary inclusivity', such as race-only events on college campuses and selective media access granted by other elected officials.
• The incident has prompted calls for a reevaluation of diversity efforts to focus on unity and integration, rather than division.