Apology for Discrimination Against LGBTQ Government Workers

SOURCE thehill.com
Senate Democrats file resolution to apologize for discrimination against LGBTQ government workers as far back as 1949, reaffirming commitment to right past wrongs and advance LGBTQ equality nationwide.

Key Points

  • Resolution filed by Senate Democrats to apologize for discrimination against LGBTQ government workers
  • References historical discrimination during the 'Lavender Scare' and 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy
  • Calls for respect, fairness, and dignity for all service members regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity

Pros

  • Reaffirms commitment to right past wrongs
  • Acknowledges sacrifices and contributions of LGBTQ civil servants, foreign service officers, and service members
  • Apologizes for decades of harassment, invasive investigations, and wrongful termination
  • Addresses historical discrimination against LGBTQ military service members, foreign service members, and civilian employees

Cons

  • LGBTQ veterans with dishonorable discharges must still individually prove discrimination to have their records corrected
  • Recent amendments to the NDAA criticized for targeting LGBTQ service members