Gender identity is defined as a personal conception of oneself as male, female, both, or neither. In 2014, President Obama signed an executive order barring discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity among federal contractors. The order covered employers who perform federal work and protected an estimated 20 percent of American workers. Opponents included religious groups, who argued that the order would prevent them from receiving federal money or contracts if they could not meet the new guidelines because of their beliefs. Proponents argue that the order was nece…
Read more62% Yes |
38% No |
57% Yes |
31% No |
5% Yes, and the government should do more to protect minorities from discrimination |
4% No, there are only two genders which are genetically not psychologically determined |
2% No, we should address gender identity as a mental health issue and provide funds for more research and care |
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0% No, and repeal anti-discrimination laws for private companies |
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Unique answers from Canada users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
@9FVM4WH7mos7MO
It is already covered, and should only be applicable to transgendered persons, not people who decide they don't like gender roles and decide to be non-binary (a choice)
@8Z3PZTN2yrs2Y
It depends upon how it is used. Like if they are brutally murdered for being trans then yes but i feel someone would use this law as "someone misgendered me put them in jail"
@Mitchfynde3yrs3Y
Yes, as long as there are clear limitations on what "gender identity" means
@8TTDS3B3yrs3Y
Yes As long as it doesn’t infringe upon free speech or other rights
@8VS7J8Y3yrs3Y
Yes, but there are only two genders which are neurologically determined
@9HJSSRY5mos5MO
Yes, however, there should be a distinction between one being confused about another's gender and, discriminating against someone due to their gender.
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