Walmart Sued by Ex-Worker Over Alleged Race Bias, DEI Policy (1)

A White former Wal-Mart Associates Inc. worker sued the company alleging race discrimination and retaliation for implementing a diversity, equity, and inclusion program that prioritized the retention and promotion of non-White employees.

Levi Robinson alleges that Walmart’s program violates Section 1981 of the Civil Rights Act of 1866.

Despite his “respectful conduct and satisfactory performance,” Robinson claims he was subjected to retaliation, including suspension and termination, after reporting misconduct by two Black company “senior leaders” through Walmart’s internal complaint process.

Robinson seeks a permanent injunction prohibiting Walmart from discriminating or retaliating against him based on race, as well as compensatory ...