We are all equal again, right?

[SunsetBengal]

(06-30-2023, 07:11 PM)hollodero Wrote: But why is it illegal/immoral on the basis of race or ethnicity, but not on the basis of sexual orientation?

(06-30-2023, 07:15 PM)Lucidus Wrote: So, you don't think race or ethnicity should be grounds for denial of service if there's a religious objection, but sexuality would be legitimate grounds? Could you please explain that rationale? I'm honestly curious as to the justification.

If you and and I went for an ale and they refused to serve me based on the religious beliefs about my homosexuality, would you be OK with that? Would you not consider it discrimination if I were denied the same service you were granted, simply because of who I'm attracted to?

To answer both of your questions in one answer, it is illegal and in my opinion immoral to discriminate on people based on race or ethnicity.  Personally, I don't feel like we should discriminate based upon sexual orientation or mental disorder, but some still do.  The are legally allowed to because we are also a Nation that guarantees one's freedom of religion, and forcing someone to participate or provide services for a person or event that violates their said religious beliefs is also a protected position in this Nation.  You can disagree all you want, but the fact that both the religious followers and the marginalized groups are protected populations still exists.  In other words one persons rights don't end where another's beging.