One of the officials accused of making racist and racist comments while visiting Philadelphia on business, has resigned.
One of the officials accused of making racist and racist comments while visiting Philadelphia on business, has resigned,David Patten submitted his resignation as director of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance on Thursday at the request of the Rhode Island governor.
, the email alleged that the behavior was “blatantly sexist, racist, and unprofessional." and that it"reflects incredibly poorly on the state of Rhode Island and their leadership.”Sign up for NECN newsletters.
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