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Cognetti’s DEI Vision and Fiscal Prudence | Wilmington News
In Scranton, Mayor Paige Cognetti’s bold push for diversity in city government—backed by a proposed 3% tax hike to fund new hires including a DEI officer—didn’t pass, but it spotlighted her commitment to merit-based hiring that’s already reshaping city hall. Cognetti, running for Congress, touts her fiscal discipline, including balancing the budget and turning down perks, while arguing that her inclusive hiring practices naturally attract more women and people of color. She’s frustrated by past cuts to DEI roles made without public debate, and insists her approach isn’t about quotas—it’s…
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