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Crystal Wilsey GiveSendGo Hits $100k Donations for Fired Cinnabon Employee

Crystal Wilsey GiveSendGo Hits $100k Donations for Fired Cinnabon Employee

Summary

A woman named Crystal Wilsey was fired from a Cinnabon in Wisconsin after a video showed her making racist comments toward a Somali couple. A GiveSendGo fundraiser created for her raised over $100,000. The incident has brought attention to concerns about discrimination against Somali Americans.

Key Facts

  • Crystal Wilsey was fired after a video showed her using racial slurs against a Somali couple.
  • The incident occurred at a Cinnabon in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin.
  • A fundraiser on GiveSendGo raised over $100,000 to support Wilsey.
  • The fundraiser was set up by someone named Tom Hennessey.
  • Some of the donations included messages supporting Wilsey's actions.
  • Cinnabon stated that Wilsey's actions were unacceptable and not aligned with their values.
  • The situation highlights broader concerns about discrimination towards Somali Americans.
  • President Trump and his administration have made comments that have raised fears within the Somali community.

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