The Daily A Landmark Supreme Court Ruling
Jun 16, 2020
Adam Liptak, Supreme Court correspondent for The New York Times, provides expert insights into a groundbreaking ruling that protects gay and transgender workers from workplace discrimination. He discusses the pivotal role of three key words in this landmark decision and how it affects protections in 27 states. The conversation also delves into the implications of the ruling amidst ongoing political and social issues, highlighting courageous stories of individuals fighting for their rights, including the late Aimee Stephens, a plaintiff in a significant case.
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Amy Stevens' Story
- Amy Stevens, a transgender woman, shared her story of being fired from her job at a funeral home after presenting a letter about her gender identity.
- She decided to take legal action, leading to a landmark Supreme Court case.
Landmark Supreme Court Ruling
- The Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects gay and transgender workers from workplace discrimination.
- The ruling was a 6-3 decision, with two conservative justices joining the liberal justices.
Gorsuch's Reasoning
- Justice Gorsuch, a conservative justice, wrote the majority opinion, arguing that discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is inherently discrimination based on sex.
- He stated that it's impossible to discriminate against someone for being homosexual or transgender without discriminating against them based on sex.