Former employee files lawsuit against No Labels for alleged racial discrimination.
A Former Employee Sues No Labels Political Group Over Racial Discrimination
A former employee of the centrist political group No Labels has filed a lawsuit against the organization, alleging racial discrimination and retaliation for reporting misconduct. The lawsuit, filed earlier this month, claims that Mischa Smith, who worked in various positions at No Labels, was fired after reporting racial discrimination to the organization’s leaders. Smith, who identifies as black, also alleges that she was treated differently from her peers because of her race.
Allegations of Discrimination and Retaliation
According to court filings, Smith was given the task of finding diverse candidates for the organization, specifically “explicitly Black people,” a directive allegedly given by No Labels CEO Nancy Jacobson. Smith claims that no other employee was given a similar task. After several months, Smith expressed concerns about being treated differently from her non-black coworkers and described instances of being assigned menial tasks and facing unrealistic expectations.
Smith also mentioned being “chastised” by organizational leaders for her work performance, including one incident where she was reprimanded for missing metrics due to attending a family funeral. Despite explaining her situation, Smith claims she was still criticized.
No Labels Responds to Lawsuit
No Labels responded to the lawsuit, dismissing the allegations as unfounded and politically motivated. Co-Executive Director Liz Morrison stated that the legal action was without merit and that the organization would vigorously defend itself. No Labels also pointed to a video in which a Democratic political operative threatened the organization and its staff with intimidation and harassment.
Compensation and Future Plans
Smith is seeking compensation for lost wages, pain and suffering, and loss of health insurance, totaling more than $10,000. She is also requesting punitive damages and reimbursement of legal fees. Meanwhile, No Labels has been working to expand ballot access for a third-party presidential candidate in the 2024 elections. The organization has already gained access in 10 states and plans to appear in as many states as possible next year.
Despite facing pushback from outside Democratic groups, No Labels argues that introducing a third-party candidate could disrupt the interests of both Democrats and Republicans. They cite polling data showing that when a third-party candidate is introduced in battleground states like Arizona and Georgia, support for both President Joe Biden and Trump diminishes.
While it remains unclear who No Labels would nominate as its candidates, the organization plans to hold a nominating convention in April if it moves forward with its third-party ticket plans. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) has emerged as a top contender for the ticket, although he has not yet made a decision on whether he will run for reelection or seek higher office.
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