Keep city as white 'as much as possible,' council candidate says, stunning forum in Michigan
Women like these demonstrate how attitudes and practices that propped up housing discrimination (and the wealth gap) are still alive today. Kudos to those who spoke out against her; Cramer realizes her time is up, so we'll see more of this flailing as their power and numbers dwindle.
A city council candidate in Marysville stunned an election forum Thursday night with racist comments that she later doubled down on when answering a question about diversity.
Much of the night focused on city development and park improvements, but that thread was momentarily marred with shock following a racist statement from political newcomer Jean Cramer.
"Keep Marysville a white community as much as possible," said Cramer, one of five candidates vying for three open council seats in November.
Women like these demonstrate how attitudes and practices that propped up housing discrimination (and the wealth gap) are still alive today. Kudos to those who spoke out against her; Cramer realizes her time is up, so we'll see more of this flailing as their power and numbers dwindle.