Federal health workers are feeling fearful and alarmed after a website called “DEI Watch List” published the photos, names, and public information of workers across health agencies, labeling them as “targets.” The site lists primarily Black employees who work within the Department of Health and Human Services. Offenses listed on the website include participating in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, donating to Democrats, and using pronouns in bios. The site was circulated among federal health workers, causing distress and unease. Dr. Georges Benjamin, of the American Public Health Association, condemned the website as an attempt to intimidate workers and called it “clear racism.” The website, labeled as a project of the American Accountability Foundation, also shares employees’ salaries and information under the headline “Targets” or “Dossiers.” This online harassment was called criminal by Benjamin, who urged law enforcement to investigate. The site has caused panic and paranoia among federal health workers, especially after memos from the Department of Health and Human Services instructed employees to cease diversity, equity, and inclusion-related activities. Despite the fear, public health employees remain dedicated to their work, with some fearing they may be fired for minor infractions. The harassment has caused concern and alarm within the federal health agencies.
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