Who is Christopher Rufo? Anti-plagiariser who made Harvard dean resign, and is now going after Kamala Harris
Rufo began as a documentary filmmaker focusing on poverty and inequality, but later shifted to conservative activism in the mid-2010s. He became a leading critic of critical race theory (CRT) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programmes, arguing they promote divisive ideologies centred on race. Rufo’s efforts gained national attention, particularly when the Trump administration supported his stance. His appearances on conservative media, such as Fox News, helped frame CRT as a threat to traditional American values. His activism influenced a broader conservative movement, leading to legislation in several states banning CRT in public schools.