Sen. Al Franken Praises Employment Non-Discrimination Act

Senator Al Franken (D-Minn.) remarked on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2009 Thursday, stating that "people's attitudes change...in thirty years [employment discrimination] isn't going to be an issue." (0:23)
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Sen. Harkin: The Harsh Reality Is Employers Can Still Fire Based On Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity

At a Senate HELP Committee hearing Thursday, Chairman Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) showed his support for the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, stating "the harsh reality is employers in most states in this country can fire, refuse to hire or otherwise discriminate against individuals because of their sexual orientation or gender identity ... and they can do so within the law." (0:46)
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Sen. Merkley: Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity "Simply Wrong"

At a HELP committee hearing Thursday, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) emphasized the need for equal opportunity among all, including those of other sexual orientation and gender identity. (0:30)
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