California's Business Directory Faces Backlash for Exclusion Policy

WHO:

Fox News - The state-run "Made in California" business directory.

NY Post - The directory allows buyers to search for goods from brands operated by women and minorities.

WHAT:

Fox News - The directory excludes White and male as owner identity categories.

NY Post - The website is designed to sell locally made products.

WHERE:

Fox News - The directory is associated with California.

WHY:

Fox News - The exclusion policy has sparked backlash from various groups and individuals.

HOW:

NY Post - The website allows buyers to filter products based on identity categories.

(UPDATED October 16, 2026 01:19 UTC)

A new state-run business directory called "Made in California" is now available, allowing buyers to search for locally made products from brands operated by women and minorities. However, the directory has sparked backlash due to its exclusion of White and male as owner identity categories, which has drawn criticism from various groups and individuals. The website features a filtering system that helps buyers navigate products based on these identity categories.