90-Year-Old Volunteer Ousted from MS Society Over Pronoun Inquiry

After six decades of service, Fran Itkoff was asked to step down for not adhering to the organization's DEI guidelines.

Fran Itkoff, a 90-year-old volunteer, was ousted from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society after questioning the use of pronouns.
Itkoff, who has been volunteering for about 60 years, was confused by the request to use pronouns in her email signature.
The MS Society cited a failure to abide by its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) guidelines as the reason for her removal.
Itkoff's ouster has sparked controversy, with critics accusing the MS Society of prioritizing ideology over its mission.
The society's president and CEO, Cyndi Zagieboylo, announced her retirement amidst the controversy.