Fred and Vinny work at Leo's Used Car Lot. Fred dislikes Vinny, makes insults about Vinny's Iranian heritage, and treats him badly. Leo has heard the insults but does not reprimand Fred because Leo thinks Fred is right. Leo's actions are:

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Fred's insults towards Vinny's Iranian heritage constitute discriminatory behavior. Leo, as the employer, has a responsibility to ensure that discrimination does not occur in the workplace. By not reprimanding Fred, he is condoning the behavior and allowing a hostile work environment to persist. This is a violation of Title VII, which makes it illegal to discriminate against employees on the basis of their national origin.

Fred and Vinny Work at Leo's Used Car Lot