Public Hearing Summaries Note: Click on the case title to download the case PDF. Shirley Shadbolt vs. American Legion Muldoon #29 Date of Decision: Basis: Race Resolution: Pre-Hearing Settlement Pubic hearing summary: Shadbolt alleged race discrimination when an American Legion post falsely accused her of spreading rumors, removed her from her elected position as President, and banned her for one year, thereby depriving her of the privileges of her membership. Shadbolt added that ever since she was elected and displaced by a Caucasian incumbent, she had been harassed and subjected to hostile and offensive racial slurs by the American Legion’s “canteen” (restaurant) manager. On October 8, 2021, she attended an event at the canteen and was confronted by Respondent, embarrassed, and told to leave. Respondent denied her allegations and asserted she made comments outside her authority and responsibility, which caused the post to close the canteen and lose money. Respondent stated that because the Shadbolt’s employer is a separate corporation, it had no ability to affect her position. ASCHR’s investigation revealed that the American Legion post’s location has a canteen that serves food and alcohol, and hosts entertainment events that are open to the public; no membership is required to eat meals or attend public events in the canteen. ASCHR’s investigation also revealed the alleged harasser was responsible for managing the canteen and was known to make derogatory racial comments. Investigation also revealed the post’s canteen fosters a culture of race discrimination towards African American members and ignores or disregards complaints of discrimination. An accusation was filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) on October 10, 2025. The parties agreed to undergo OAH facilitated mediation and entered into a mediated settlement agreement on December 23, 2025. As of December 31, 2025, the Hearing Unit is monitoring the matter for compliance with all terms and conditions.