Florida Residents Lose It After DEI Law Backfires and Takes Their Beloved St. Patrick’s Day Parade Down With It

Florida’s crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has swept up a nearly six-decade-old St. Patrick’s Day parade, triggering outrage in Delray Beach and a scramble to save the Irish celebration. City officials announced they would not host the parade or Pride event in 2027, citing a new state law restricting local government support for DEI activities. The decision prompted critics to point out that a campaign against identity-based programming, which has been known to target Black Americans, now threatens a longstanding celebration of Irish heritage. “Following a review of the legislation and its requirements, the city has determined that it is legally prohibited from organizing, funding or promoting these events in 2027,” officials said in a statement posted on the parade’s website. The backlash has already pushed Mayor Tom Carney to announce efforts to preserve the parade. According to WPBF, he said the city is pursuing outside help following residents’ complaints.

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