US Journalist Fired Over Racist Remarks Against Indian-Origin CEO: 'Deport Every Indian'

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{ "title": "US Journalist Fired Over Racist Remarks Against Indian-Origin CEO: 'Deport Every Indian'", "article": "A shocking incident has unfolded in the US, with journalist Matt Forney being let go by news organization The Blaze after making racist and anti-Indian comments on social media. The remarks specifically targeted Kruti Patel Goyal, the new CEO of Etsy, who is of Indian descent. Forney, a writer and editor from Syracuse, made the comments on November 4, suggesting that the US should 'deport every Indian'. He also referred to Goyal as 'unqualified', sparking widespread outrage. This is not the first time Forney has made disparaging remarks about India on social media, using the hashtag #OperationChimpOut. The Blaze stated that they terminated Forney's contract due to 'concerning' social media posts, but did not specify which posts were the cause. Forney himself claimed that he was not given specific examples of the tweets that were the concern. The incident has drawn criticism from several quarters, including Manhattan Institute fellow Renu Mukherjee, who expressed alarm about the possible consequences for the Republican Party, which has recently made gains with Indian voters. Forney's termination comes at a time when the US is grappling with issues related to diversity, equality, and inclusion. His own work at The Blaze focused on H-1B visas and Indian affairs, and he had written a debut piece highlighting the impact of these measures. The controversy surrounding Forney's remarks has sparked a wider debate about racism and xenophobia in the US, and the need for greater sensitivity and understanding in the media and public discourse."