I feel that this is a term that needs definition because it will always be controversial in American culture. ... In current times, the worst case of people being discriminated against for their beliefs is homosexuals. ... One major incident that has occurred is that of Matthew Sheppard, a homosexual student at the University of Wyoming. He was tricked into believing he was going out with a few strangers who were also homosexuals. ... For the most part, people are too afraid to defend them because they will be labeled as homosexuals themselves. ...

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For starters everyone does not actually know the definition of sexual harassment, and this is something that needs to be cleared up right away. ... Quid pro quo, which is definition (1, 2) and hostile environment, which is explained in part three is the definition. In the quid pro quo definition, if it's proven that some specified sexual conduct is a condition for some sort of employment advantage, it's and actionable claim. ... This is a definition which is clear cut and to the point. ... There is also homosexual harassment as well. ...

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On the other hand, today's society places importance on issues that did not exist then such as environmental concerns and homosexuality. ... today it is equal opportunities for African Americans and women, as well as many special interest groups (such as homosexuals). ... Without their actions, we might not be the definition of freedom or political and military powerhouse that we are to the rest of the world. ...

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In the 1950's there began a mass movement to break the pattern of racially segregated public facilities in the South. It took part in non-violent actions and was called the Civil Rights Movement. At the time segregation of whites and blacks was legal, as part of the governments "separate but equal...

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