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Politics : Formerly About Advanced Micro Devices
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To: tejek who wrote (520492)10/14/2009 11:06:01 AM
From: longnshort1 Recommendation   of 1576892
 
STRAIGHT TALK

We live in a very complicated world, indeed. Consider the angst of the formerly gay. Yes, "formerly" is the operative term. The formerly gay claim that the currently gay are discriminating against them, according to Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays & Gays (PFOX), a California-based grass-roots group.

They are demanding that the Walt Disney Co. cover former homosexuals in company policies that forbid discrimination against employees.

"Former homosexuals who come out publicly are commonly targeted for ridicule and hate," says Regina Griggs, director of the group, emphasizing that it seeks "tolerance and safety" in the workplace.

"It is about time Disney treated ex-gays with the respect they deserve," agrees Bobbie Strobhar, who submitted the demand to Disney and a cited D.C. Superior Court ruling that includes ex-gays as "a protected class" who must be recognized under sexual orientation non-discrimination laws.

"Former homosexuals are true models of courage who have been vilified by gay activists," Ms. Strobhar continues.

"Ex-gay employees are uncomfortable being open about their sexual orientation with their colleagues because they fear discrimination or unfair treatment in the workplace," Ms. Griggs adds.
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