The Trump administration has used strong language to disparage the federal workforce. A NASA official urges staff to “please use caution” in public amid the increasing “negative rhetoric” toward government workers.
I’m not sure that would be something that arises in casual conversation. Do any of your black or female colleagues discuss every instance of racism or sexism they experience? Perhaps they mention it sometimes, but likely not with every occurrence. Just because it’s not talked about, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.
I work in the space industry and on a daily basis with NASA. Not a single one has mentioned being harassed
I’m not sure that would be something that arises in casual conversation. Do any of your black or female colleagues discuss every instance of racism or sexism they experience? Perhaps they mention it sometimes, but likely not with every occurrence. Just because it’s not talked about, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.