The Mentor as Diversitist

Bet you have not seen that “d” word before. But, think about it. A segregationist supports all vegetables served separately—no tossed salad. An abolitionist negatively argues for doing away with any type of separation—no vegetable section in the grocery store. But, a diversitist (I made that word up) positively supports the power and progress derived from gaining the best from different vegetables, recognizing that great synergy can come from their blending.

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