Metrobus manager suspended for graduation speech

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A veteran Metrobus manager is serving a 13-day suspension after making what Metro deemed to be “inappropriate and offensive” comments during a graduation speech to Metrobus operators.

Ora Crutchfield made statements against elderly people, young black men and Asians during the April 30 graduation ceremony, according to a Metro investigative report obtained by The Washington Examiner. Such events are typically attended by graduates’ friends and family members — of all ages and backgrounds.

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