http://www.cnn.com/2014/02/26/politics/religious-freedom-states/index.html?hpt=hp_t1
The latest political buzz has been about the bill that if passed would allow business owners to close their doors to gay and lesbian people. The argument is that it is within the owner's religious freedom to do this. Arizona's governor, Jan Brewer, has decided to veto the bill saying that, "It could divide Arizona in ways we cannot even imagine." To me, this seems like a waste of time. Discrimination is never a viable option as seen through the history of our nation and of the world. In our modern age we should be more concerned with who is more qualified for the career and not base their character off of what they personally believe. I hope to see this bill vetoed in all states to show a message that all people are equal and the merit of a person should not be instead judged on their way of life but judged by what they contribute to society. This relates to AP Gov bc we have been talking about the different steps a bill goes through in order to be approved and become law.
I agree with Zach. I dont think there should have even been a debate on whether or not a whole group of people should be denied in a place of business. This really can be paralleled to some of the laws in Russia and previous racist laws of america itself. Im glad that the Governor decided to veto such a bill.
ReplyDeleteI also agree.Race, gender, nor sexual orientation change the personality or quality of an individual, nor does it define them/make them less of a person. Well done.
ReplyDeleteI agree that it is a waste of time. Business owners should be happy they are getting any kind of costumers in this slow economy.
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