The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has rejected a $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) due to restrictive terms that prohibited promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The PSF, committed to supporting a diverse community of Python programmers, deemed the conditions unacceptable, even though the funding would have significantly supported its mission and security work.

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has decided to withdraw its proposal for a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. government. This decision was made in light of concerns over potential restrictions and strings attached to the funding.