Chris Abele signs resolution declaring racism a public health crisis

MILWAUKEE COUNTY (CBS 58) -- Chris Abele says he's running for re-election to bring "true equality" to Milwaukee County.

On Monday, he signed a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis.

He joined several county board members in signing the resolution.

It calls on county government to make sure racial equity is at the core of its internal policies.

It calls on the county to teach its employees about how racism affects people.