Discrimination contradicts my values, and it's undeniably bad for business.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments last month on three employment discrimination cases—cases in which the plaintiffs were fired not because of job performance but simply for being gay or transgender. As a lifelong Republican, I believe all Americans should have the opportunity to work and the freedom to go about their daily lives without the fear of discrimination.
As speaker of the Texas House of Representatives from 2009-19, I tried to be a listener and a consensus-builder focused on improving people's daily lives, rather than on extreme polarization. Over the years, I have watched Texans grow and learn and change on LGBTQ rights.
Even more than the potential economic fallout, I worried about the human cost of discrimination. During this fight, I got to know many LGBTQ Texans, and especially transgender people, and their families. That summer, as some in the state repeatedly demonized transgender people, we learned that calls to an LGBTQ youth crisis hotline hit unprecedented levels.
These cases are important because, as many people are surprised to learn, there are no federal laws explicitly protecting LGBTQ people from discrimination in the workplace. Almost 30 states—including Texas—also lack specific statewide protections. The Supreme Court now has the chance to make explicit what is already implicit—and to do so consistent with the text of the law, with its own precedents, and with rulings by a rising number of lower federal courts.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
Caitlyn Jenner can be the first American winner of I'm A Celeb, says ex campmateBrian Friendman spent weeks with Caitlyn Jenner during her first stint in the jungle on the US version of the reality show in 2003
Baca lebih lajut »
I'm a Celebrity fans share their love for Holly WilloughbyI'm a Celebrity's 17th series started on Sunday evening…
Baca lebih lajut »
Ariana Grande Gave A Tearful Apology To Fans For Canceling A Show After Weeks Of Being SickAriana Grande Opened Up About Being 'In So Much Pain,' Before Canceling A Show To Deal With Her Illness
Baca lebih lajut »
Alexis Ren Gushes Over Boyfriend Noah Centineo: 'I Love That Man'Exclusive: Alexis Ren and Noah Centineo are already using the 'L' word. 😍
Baca lebih lajut »
Adele Roberts confuses fans with her luxury item photo of Jane MacDonald on I'm a CelebFans of I'm a Celebrity were not impressed by Adele Roberts' odd luxury item
Baca lebih lajut »
If You Get One Spa Treatment in Hawaii, Please Make It the Maui MahuliaI'm busting up Maui's best-kept secret for you.
Baca lebih lajut »