GROVEPORT, Ohio-A Groveport Madison Board of Education member, John Kershner, is facing scrutiny for posting racist comments on a community Facebook page. Tensions were high at a recent board meeting, where Nana Watson of the NAACP condemned Kershner’s remarks as blatant racism. Kershner’s posts, including one minimizing diversity and another comparing board members in racially insensitive terms, sparked outrage. Watson demanded an apology and called for increased racial diversity and inclusion training. School board president Latoya Dowdell-Burger denounced Kershner’s comments, stating they do not reflect the board’s values. Kershner defended his comments by expressing dissatisfaction with the district’s diversity efforts.
