Homosexuals in the U.S. experience the same kinds of discrimination as other minorities, such as:
Workplace discrimination
In some states, it is legal for an employer to fire a person simply because of their sexual orientation. If the employer finds out about and disapproves of their homosexual employee, that is enough of a reason to lead to their termination. Homosexuals are often found subjects of harrassment among their coworkers, as well. State laws are starting to be passed to end workplace discrimination of homosexuals, and about half of the states in the U.S. have succeeded.
Hate crimes
Hate crimes are crimes motivated by some sort of prejudice, usually involving violence. Examples include beatings, murders, rapes, and brutal harrassment. About 20% of hate crimes in the U.S. are committed against homosexuals.
Unfortunately, all homosexuals are exposed to some form of discrimination throughout their lifetime.
- Lack of acceptance by peers
- Harrassment
- Verbal abuse
- Physical abuse
- Workplace discrimination
- Hate crimes
- Lack of priveleges from the government (see Laws)
Workplace discrimination
In some states, it is legal for an employer to fire a person simply because of their sexual orientation. If the employer finds out about and disapproves of their homosexual employee, that is enough of a reason to lead to their termination. Homosexuals are often found subjects of harrassment among their coworkers, as well. State laws are starting to be passed to end workplace discrimination of homosexuals, and about half of the states in the U.S. have succeeded.
Hate crimes
Hate crimes are crimes motivated by some sort of prejudice, usually involving violence. Examples include beatings, murders, rapes, and brutal harrassment. About 20% of hate crimes in the U.S. are committed against homosexuals.
Unfortunately, all homosexuals are exposed to some form of discrimination throughout their lifetime.