Wisconsin Cinnabon worker fired after shouting racist slurs at customers
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A Cinnabon worker was fired from a Wisconsin store where she worked after a video that showed her shouting racist slurs, including the N-word, at two customers went viral online. The Georgia-based cinnamon roll chain confirmed the worker's firing and condemned her outburst in a social media statement. Cinnabon said in its statement that the worker was "immediately terminated" by the franchise owner over the viral video, which the company called "disturbing.
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Main Idea: Cinnabon fired a Wisconsin store worker after a viral video showed her shouting racist slurs at customers, and the company said her behavior did not reflect its values.
Key Points:
- The video, first posted on TikTok, showed the employee cursing at customers and using a racial slur while behind the counter.
- Cinnabon said the franchise owner “immediately terminated” the worker and called the incident disturbing and unacceptable.
- The customer who shared the video said the argument started after she asked for more caramel on a cinnamon roll and said the worker mocked her hijab.
- The Council on American-Islamic Relations praised the firing and said the incident showed how common anti-Black and anti-Somali racism has become.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The incident can make customers feel less safe and welcome in stores, especially for Black and Muslim families.
Positive Impact
Cinnabon’s quick firing and public condemnation may push other businesses to act faster against racist behavior.
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