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The ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ works in courts, legislatures, and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties that the Constitution and the laws of the United States guarantee everyone in this country.
If you've been discriminated against based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or HIV status, the ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ wants to hear about it.
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California Civil Rights Department v. Cathy's Creations d/b/a Tastries
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Bridge v. Oklahoma State Department of Education
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What's at Stake
Commercial businesses open their doors to the general public, so they shouldn’t be able to turn away particular customers based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Even in states that have passed nondiscrimination laws that protect LGBT people from discrimination in places like restaurants, stores, and doctor’s offices, some businesses are citing religious beliefs as an excuse to turn LGBT people away. Religious freedom is a fundamental right that the ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ works hard to defend, but it doesn’t give anyone the right to discriminate and violate the law. No one should be turned away or refused service just because of who they are or whom they love.
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For non-LGBT issues, please contact your local ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ affiliate.
Commercial businesses open their doors to the general public, so they shouldn’t be able to turn away particular customers based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Even in states that have passed nondiscrimination laws that protect LGBT people from discrimination in places like restaurants, stores, and doctor’s offices, some businesses are citing religious beliefs as an excuse to turn LGBT people away. Religious freedom is a fundamental right that the ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ works hard to defend, but it doesn’t give anyone the right to discriminate and violate the law. No one should be turned away or refused service just because of who they are or whom they love.
Need help?
For non-LGBT issues, please contact your local ³Ô¹ÏÖ±²¥ affiliate.