> I think the difference between scientific mindset and political mindset

This article is a rhetorical play, for the average person to consider more this point of view. It's arguments to do so were weak at best.

> Did you read the memo? It's whole text was arguing that diversity efforts at Google are misguided and harmful, and what should be done instead.

Did you? Because I don't recall him stating any actual harms, but speculation. No even an anecdote to back his claims.