'No Haitians' ad sparks outrage — 4 things to know

Fla.-based Interim Healthcare is facing scrutiny for its racial discrimination practices by placing a "No Haitians" help wanted ad in a Pennysaver, according to CBS New York.

Here are four things to know:

1. The ad sought to fulfill a nursing position in West Haverstraw, N.Y.

2. N.Y. Senator David Carlucci stated he was irate about the "blatant form of employee discrimination."

3. Senator Carlucci said he plans to address a letter to the New York State Attorney General, the Department of Labor and the United States Equal Employer Opportunity Commission requesting a full investigation.

4. Haitian nurses around the nation demand Interim Healthcare and the Pennysaver to take responsibility for placing the ad.

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