Penn State York Board Member Resigns After Racist Rant Video Surfaces
Jonathan Spanos steps down following viral footage of him using racial slurs during a roadside confrontation.
- Jonathan Spanos, a former member of the Penn State York Advisory Board, was caught on video using racial slurs and admitting to being a racist during a road rage incident.
- The video, which was posted on social media, quickly went viral and led to widespread condemnation from civil rights groups and the community.
- Spanos resigned from his advisory board position at Penn State York, with the university disassociating itself from his actions and reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity.
- In a public apology, Spanos expressed embarrassment and regret, claiming his racist remarks were made sarcastically and pledging to work on personal growth.
- The NAACP York County Branch and other local organizations have called for Spanos to resign from all leadership roles and business associations to uphold community values.