Joseph B. Hill, a Black applicant who was vying for a position as a diversity, equity and inclusion officer at a Houston hospital, said he was denied the opportunity because executives felt that he is “too sensitive about race issues.” According to NBC News, Hill was shocked when he received the letter from Memorial Hermann Health System, informing him that the company has rescinded its offer. “We regret to inform you that we are rescinding the offer of employment dated July 21, 2021. We appreciate your interest in the position and wish you much success going forward,” Lori Knowles, Memorial Hermann’s human resources vice president, stated in a letter obtained by NBC News. Hill's lawyer, Mark Oberti, said his client went through dozens of interviews over six weeks but was told that he is "not a good fit." The lawyer added that the company expressed issues about Hill seeking a larger relocation budget. Additionally, the applicant was accused of renting and charging a luxury car to...
