On the recordJune 11, 2012
Too many hardworking Americans... are being judged not by their talent, their ability, and their qualifications, but by their sexual orientation or gender identity.
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congress.govTom Harkin: “Too many hardworking Americans... are being judged not by their talent, their ability, and their qualifications, but by…”
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Harkin highlights the unfair judgment faced by individuals due to their sexual orientation or identity.
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