What is true about LGBT rights in the United States? (1 point)

It is legal to discriminate against LGBT people in hiring decisions.

It is illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in housing decisions.

OLGBT people have equal protections under the law.

There aren't resources to support LGBT youth in all states

1 answer

The statement "It is illegal to discriminate against LGBT people in housing decisions" is true in many parts of the United States, but the legal landscape varies by state and municipality. In June 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity, which indicates a positive direction towards equal protection under the law for LGBT individuals, particularly in employment.

However, the statement "It is legal to discriminate against LGBT people in hiring decisions" may have some validity in states without specific protections, but the overarching federal ruling suggests otherwise. The statement "LGBT people have equal protections under the law" could be interpreted as partially true but incomplete, as protections can vary significantly by location and context.

Lastly, it's correct to say "There aren't resources to support LGBT youth in all states," as access to resources can differ widely depending on the state and its policies.

So, while there are many initiatives for LGBT rights and protections, the legal landscape remains complex and varies by jurisdiction.