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Tennessee Train Conductor Fired Over Patriotic July 4th Remarks
A Tennessee train conductor was fired after telling passengers on July 4th that America is the greatest country and critics should 'leave.' The remarks went viral and sparked accusations of racism and xenophobia.
8 Jul, 16:37 — 8 Jul, 16:37
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Tennessee conductor fired after telling July 4 passengers America is greatest country, critics should 'leave'
Video captures a conductor's statement, praising America and telling critics to "leave," on Independence Day before CARTA fired him from the Chattanooga Incline Railway.
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Tennessee conductor fired after telling July 4 passengers America is greatest country, critics should 'leave'
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