A couple of thoughts come up, I&#x27;m not a white guy and I&#x27;m offended by that guys statement, its prejudiced and I&#x27;d be embarrassed if that came out of my mouth.<p>Second if a company is going to trade on being a meritocracy, then be a meritocracy. Why have a diversity council, why be concerned over a bunch of &quot;white guys&quot; and what they can&#x27;t learn. If they are the best at what they do and if github considers good management  traits include compassion and empathy, then whats it matter what color they are the best people would rise up regardless.<p>This is just prejudice plain and simple.