The Cleveland Division of Fire recently welcomed thirty-one new firefighters, all of whom are white, despite decades of efforts to increase diversity. The department is currently 74% white and only 13% Black, a significant decline from previous years. Professor Ronnie Dunn and retired firefighter Johnny Brewington express disappointment, emphasizing the importance of diversity for public safety and community trust. The citys Safety Director is working with a union to attract a broader pool of qualified applicants and strengthen retention efforts.
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