"California Official Accused of Workplace Bullying and Putting Employee's Desk on Roof"

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"California Official Accused of Workplace Bullying and Putting Employee's Desk on Roof"
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Employees at Antioch Unified School District have accused their supervisor, Kenneth Turnage, of constant bullying and harassment, with at least 10 employees lodging complaints against him. Turnage allegedly instructed heavy equipment to move a worker's desk to a roof in an attempt to publicly humiliate him, leading to stress-related medical leaves and early retirement. The employees believe Turnage's close relationship with the district superintendent and her husband has shielded him from proper discipline, despite the district's human resources director claiming appropriate action was taken. The employees fear retaliation and express concern about the negative impact on the school district.

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