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Should gay students be protected in anti-bullying measures?
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Contemporary Sexuality
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September 1, 2008
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Conservatives say a North Carolina anti-bullying measure shouldn't include protections for gay and lesbian students.
The state legislature has been considering a proposal aimed at protecting elementary and secondary students from harassment in classrooms, playgrounds and other school areas. Proponents of the bill believe specificity is needed to protect children from bullying based on "race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, socio-economic status, academic status, masculinity, femininity, physical appearance, sexual orientation" and a few other traits.
Conservatives support ...
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