LOS ANGELES (AP) - The Los Angeles fire chief said his department has experienced a series of recent “divisive” workplace incidents, including at least one debate between firefighters over protests by NFL players.
In a letter posted last week on the LAFD’s internal messaging system, Chief Ralph Terrazas wrote that he expects all firefighters to contribute to a respectful workplace free of discrimination, harassment, retaliation and hazing.
Terrazas said there have been on-duty heated discussions about NFL players who kneeled during the national anthem. In a separate incident, he wrote, the department received complaints about “a perceived lack of sensitivity” toward non-white firefighters during an investigation.
People were interested in these podcasts
The Los Angeles Times reported Tuesday that the letter drew praise from Fire Commission President Delia Ibarra, who said it offered a reminder to employees to be respectful when discussing politics.
Please read our comment policy before commenting.