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In response to "Political affiliation isn't a protected class, right? I can prejudice against Trumpians all I like, yes? -- nm" by Mop

According to Oregon's biggest law firm, the answer is ...

Posted by ReluctantCynic (aka ReluctantCynic) May 4 '16, 19:06

Sort of along the lines of "Yes, but ..."

And you might have some special considerations due to working in the public sector.

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"Although with limited exception political activity or affiliation is not a protected status, and Oregon employers no longer have to worry about giving employees time off to vote due to mail-in ballots, the impending election still has significant potential to invoke myriad workplace issues ranging from discrimination and harassment to free speech and bullying."

http://www.stoelrivesworldofemployment.com/2012/10/articles/practical-tips/as-the-election-nears-employers-should-be-cautious-of-politics-in-the-workplace/ (www.stoelrivesworldofemployment.com)

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Just tow the damn car! -- (link) - Mop May 4, 19:55 1
- Call the government for a tow, ya damnable socialist! -- nm - ReluctantCynic May 4, 20:09
Didn't the Supremes just decide a case on firing someone based on mistaken political affiliation. Seems like it'd have some overlap. -- nm - nic to be determined May 4, 19:09 1
- Yep! Heffernan v. City of Patterson, New Jersey -- (link) - ReluctantCynic May 4, 19:13

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