Race and Anthrax After anthrax was discovered inside a Senate office building in October, the building was closed immediately and remains shut down today. But when anthrax was detected at various mail-handling facilities, the reaction was much different. That still rankles many postal workers, some of whom see the distinction in terms of race. NPR's Larry Abramson reports from New York City.

Race and Anthrax

Race and Anthrax

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After anthrax was discovered inside a Senate office building in October, the building was closed immediately and remains shut down today. But when anthrax was detected at various mail-handling facilities, the reaction was much different. That still rankles many postal workers, some of whom see the distinction in terms of race. NPR's Larry Abramson reports from New York City.