Milwaukee VA investigating concern an employee handed out "White Privilege Cards"

The Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center has responded to concerns that an employee distributed "White Privilege Cards" to staff, veterans, and visitors.A veteran contacted TMJ4, expressing concern about the incident and how it might affect their care as someone with a mixed-race background. The individual, who requested anonymity for fear of retaliation, said the worker handed out the cards as a joke.
TMJ4 reached out to the Milwaukee VA Public Affairs Office for comment and received the following statement via email:

“The Milwaukee VA strives to be a safe, inclusive workplace and health care center where veterans from all walks of life receive world-class health care. These alleged actions are unacceptable and do not represent our values as an organization, and we take this matter very seriously. The Milwaukee VA is investigating and, based on the outcome, will take appropriate disciplinary action. We deeply regret this incident and have followed up with the veteran to apologize.”It is unclear how many people received the cards.The novelty cards have sparked strong reactions.

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