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Originally Posted by zendawn
No it's wrong in any circumstance. I believe we only live once, so to be treated as different because I was born in a different body to another, is in my opinion wrong.
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There are certain circumstances where it is justified (depending on how it is applied), For instance, if I were to walk up to a Nuclear Power station, I would be refused access. This would technically be discrimination, but seeing as I know nothing about the technology used , if I were allowed free access I could do a lot of damage.
Also, another example. IIRC, the procedure is that they victim has to be examined by a doctor, and they are entitled to a female doctor if one is present. Again, technically, this is discrimination but is justified as being examined by a man may put the woman under more stress.
But, I do agree. In general, discrimination against people based on their race, sexual orientation, age or gender is wrong.