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What are some laws that discriminate against age or gender or sexuality in the US?
In the United States, the vast majority of laws are nondiscriminatory. Some however, do come to mind. Here is a sampling of such laws:
A. In Washington DC, voters cannot vote for candidates for president. This holds true for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and all other US Territories such as the American Virgin Islands;
B. Some US States do not allow same sex marriages, however, based on recent Supreme Court rulings on related issues concerning same sex marriage, it seems at some point all States will allow this;
C. The drinking of Alcoholic Beverages is based on age in the US States. It is unlikely that these laws will change to any large extent;
D. There are age restrictions on the minimum age for the office of president and congressman - women.
E. There are age requirements for public office holders among the US States public offices; and
F. There are age requirements for joining the US Armed forces.
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Under the Constitution government is allowed to discriminate in some way among groups of people. Otherwise the government would be unable to?
Wrong, the government is not allowed to discriminate. We have laws against discrimination of race, gender, ability, religion, age.
Does the army allow gay people to enlist?
Gay people can serve in the British Army, and it is illegal to discriminate against them in any way because of their sexuality, It is the same in the US. Laws in other countries vary.
Under the Constitution government is allowed to discriminate in some way among groups of people. Otherwise the government would be unable to .?
the government would be unable to regulate human behavior
Can churches legally discriminate against certain individuals based on their beliefs or practices?
No, churches cannot legally discriminate against individuals based on their beliefs or practices due to anti-discrimination laws.
What are the laws in New Zealand that protect against discrimination?
There is the Human Rights Act - this protects individuals against discrimination for sexuality, gender, age, disability, race, to name a few. We then have more specific discrimination legislation in areas such as employment law
Is it legal to discriminate against job applicants by hiring someone based on race?
No, it is illegal to discriminate against job applicants by hiring someone based on race. This violates anti-discrimination laws in the United States.
Can private schools discriminate against students based on certain criteria?
Yes, private schools have the ability to discriminate against students based on certain criteria, as they are not subject to the same anti-discrimination laws as public schools.
What are the three types of discrimination scrutiny?
The three types of discrimination scrutiny are rational basis review, intermediate scrutiny, and strict scrutiny. These levels are used by courts to evaluate the constitutionality of laws that may discriminate against individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age.
Is ladies night legal in bars and clubs?
Yes, ladies' night promotions are legal in bars and clubs as long as they do not discriminate based on gender and comply with anti-discrimination laws.
Jim Crow laws were intended to do what?
They did what they set out to do and that was to discriminate against African Americans in voting, housing, business, and rights for 100 years.
Is it illegal to have a ladies night event at a bar or club?
It is generally not illegal to have a ladies night event at a bar or club, as long as it does not discriminate based on gender and complies with anti-discrimination laws. However, some jurisdictions may have specific regulations regarding promotions or pricing based on gender, so it is important to check local laws and regulations.
What department of the government oversees that businesses do not discriminate by race gender and age?
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the primary federal agency responsible for enforcing laws against workplace discrimination based on race, gender, age, and other protected characteristics. The EEOC investigates complaints, provides guidance on compliance, and facilitates mediation between employers and employees. Additionally, state and local agencies may also have similar roles in enforcing anti-discrimination laws.
