There seems to be a cover up of racist and violent comments involving a school teacher in New Bedford, MA.. The public needs to know about a New Bedford teacher whose recent Facebook posts are racist, threatening to youth of color and violent.
Lino Cabral spoke about using his .45 to shoot a “thug” who steps on his driveway. Does he view his students of color as “thugs”? Would he bring his .45 to school if he feels somehow disrespected? What type of early warning signs demand action to prevent potential massacres?
These posts are unacceptable behavior for a productive member of society not to mention behavior of a teacher.
Lino Cabral, who is described as a Math Teacher, Girls Varsity Coach and Track Coach at Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School, is quoted as saying the following statements over a Facebook conversation about a month ago:
"Don't these people work? oh yes, most black men are inspired to become: rapper, in a gang, welfare, oh yes and blame the white man for their “un-accomplishments"
"If we don't do something about this right now it’s just a matter of time before it happens here, shoot those mother (explicative)"
"Oh yes our president is doing what right now...sitting and watching...he's our (explicative) leader"
"u can't reason with thugs...my 45 is loaded and ready to go. A thug walks up my driveway one bullet would be going in his direction".
Is this how Mr. Cabral views his students of color? Are our youth in danger?
As residents of New Bedford and parents of students in the New Bedford Public Schools we are appalled by these statements and have urged Superintendent Linda Enos, Principle Franco and GNBRVTHS School Committee to investigate this disturbing matter.
Mr. Cabral is still a teacher at GNBRVTHS. In light of recent events, such as the racist terrorist attack in Charleston, South Carolina where 9 innocent people were shot by a white supremacist, you would think that the administration of GNBRVTHS would take the opportunity to publicly address this issue and not condone and cover up what consequences came from such blatant racist and violent comments.
What would it take to have Mrs. Enos fire Mr. Cabral? Maybe if he disrespected her directly or the school? There have been countless examples of employees terminated from their positions for speaking ill about their employer. Why isn’t Mrs. Enos or Principal Franco offended or concerned about the wellbeing of the students? What type of warning signs does it take to prevent a potential catastrophe like Charlston, South Carolina.
This sort of behavior should not be tolerated or condoned. Mrs. Enos and Principal Franco’s response seems to do just that. They should be held accountable and liable if Mr. Cabral attacks any of the students under their supervision.
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Reached 250 supporters
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Reached 100 supporters
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91 Comments
The simple fact that he was talking about killing another human and is in a position of influence and power over students, makes him unfit for the job. "Exaggerated" or not. This is abuse.
I am appalled by the words of this man, but more so by the ignorance exhibited by those in authority who have and continue to turn a blind eye to this man's actions and choice of words. Fire him already and let there be an inquiry as to why no disciplinary action was taken.
As a graduate of 2012 & being half black myself I'm disgusted by the lack of effort Voc tool on this situation. Isn't there a string no bullying tolerance? Well Mr. Cabral is a bully & shame on Voc for trying to downplay the situation at hand.
I don't feel comfortable with his comments. Although he has apologized he still feels that way in his heart. When he has a black student he will be looking down on him, judging him and that student will not get a fair chance.
As firing may be one step, we have to do more to address the systemic racism and racist ideology that exists among the administration, faculty and students. The administration has dropped the ball and has created an even more threatening and hostile environment! Harm has been done, let's address the situation in entirety.
Bike has been a racially imbalanced school since they moved to north end and eliminated students of color being accepted accent for 1per cent
This city is disguising people want everything for free for. Booze or drugs Itraveled a lot American blacks make me sick
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There seems to be a cover up of racist and violent comments involving a school teacher in New Bedford, MA.. The public needs to know about a New Bedford teacher whose recent Facebook posts are racist, threatening to youth of color and violent.
Lino Cabral spoke about using his .45 to shoot a “thug” who steps on his driveway. Does he view his students of color as “thugs”? Would he bring his .45 to school if he feels somehow disrespected? What type of early warning signs demand action to prevent potential massacres?
These posts are unacceptable behavior for a productive member of society not to mention behavior of a teacher.
Lino Cabral, who is described as a Math Teacher, Girls Varsity Coach and Track Coach at Greater New Bedford Vocational Technical High School, is quoted as saying the following statements over a Facebook conversation about a month ago:
"Don't these people work? oh yes, most black men are inspired to become: rapper, in a gang, welfare, oh yes and blame the white man for their “un-accomplishments"
"If we don't do something about this right now it’s just a matter of time before it happens here, shoot those mother (explicative)"
"Oh yes our president is doing what right now...sitting and watching...he's our (explicative) leader"
"u can't reason with thugs...my 45 is loaded and ready to go. A thug walks up my driveway one bullet would be going in his direction".
Is this how Mr. Cabral views his students of color? Are our youth in danger?
As residents of New Bedford and parents of students in the New Bedford Public Schools we are appalled by these statements and have urged Superintendent Linda Enos, Principle Franco and GNBRVTHS School Committee to investigate this disturbing matter.
Mr. Cabral is still a teacher at GNBRVTHS. In light of recent events, such as the racist terrorist attack in Charleston, South Carolina where 9 innocent people were shot by a white supremacist, you would think that the administration of GNBRVTHS would take the opportunity to publicly address this issue and not condone and cover up what consequences came from such blatant racist and violent comments.
What would it take to have Mrs. Enos fire Mr. Cabral? Maybe if he disrespected her directly or the school? There have been countless examples of employees terminated from their positions for speaking ill about their employer. Why isn’t Mrs. Enos or Principal Franco offended or concerned about the wellbeing of the students? What type of warning signs does it take to prevent a potential catastrophe like Charlston, South Carolina.
This sort of behavior should not be tolerated or condoned. Mrs. Enos and Principal Franco’s response seems to do just that. They should be held accountable and liable if Mr. Cabral attacks any of the students under their supervision.
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Reached 250 supporters
June 21, 2015
Reached 100 supporters
June 21, 2015
91 Comments
As the mother of a daughter and son of color who are students at GNBVT I am concerned about the potential risks to them of Mr Cabral's continued employment. Their safety outweighs his right to free speech.
The simple fact that he was talking about killing another human and is in a position of influence and power over students, makes him unfit for the job. "Exaggerated" or not. This is abuse.
I am appalled by the words of this man, but more so by the ignorance exhibited by those in authority who have and continue to turn a blind eye to this man's actions and choice of words. Fire him already and let there be an inquiry as to why no disciplinary action was taken.
As a graduate of 2012 & being half black myself I'm disgusted by the lack of effort Voc tool on this situation. Isn't there a string no bullying tolerance? Well Mr. Cabral is a bully & shame on Voc for trying to downplay the situation at hand.
I don't feel comfortable with his comments. Although he has apologized he still feels that way in his heart. When he has a black student he will be looking down on him, judging him and that student will not get a fair chance.
As firing may be one step, we have to do more to address the systemic racism and racist ideology that exists among the administration, faculty and students. The administration has dropped the ball and has created an even more threatening and hostile environment! Harm has been done, let's address the situation in entirety.
Bike has been a racially imbalanced school since they moved to north end and eliminated students of color being accepted accent for 1per cent
This city is disguising people want everything for free for. Booze or drugs Itraveled a lot American blacks make me sick
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As the mother of a daughter and son of color who are students at GNBVT I am concerned about the potential risks to them of Mr Cabral's continued employment. Their safety outweighs his right to free speech.