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As the wildfires rage, the governor and local officials are under scrutiny not only for their handling of the fires but also for their emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within emergency services. Critics argue that prioritizing DEI over qualifications could compromise the effectiveness of first responders at a time when their skills are urgently needed. The commentator highlighted concerns regarding specific fire department hires that appeared to be made based on DEI-related considerations, rather than solely on qualifications.