Not only can't you make this stuff up, you wouldn't want to!
Philadelphia Public Record apologized today for a photo caption run in the paper on August 21 which used racially offensive names for a group of people who were with City Councilman Mark Squilla in Chinatown. Philadelphia Magazine first highlighted the story last week, contacting the publisher of the paper, who initially seemed unapologetic. Today, a full apology is on the Public Record's website, and an editor has been fired.
Here is the full apology:
In our Aug. 21, 2014 issue an offensive slur was accidentally published in the Philadelphia Public Record. This shocking lapse of professional conduct occurred contrary to our editorial directives and in no way reflects the views of our staff or our organization.
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