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Old 07-01-08, 03:03 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Employment Discrimination Based on Religion

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Originally Posted by Lachean View Post
Can an employer be justified in refusing to hire an individual based on their religion?

For example: A girl wearing a Burka applies to a hair salon where employees are expected to show off their hair, if said girl indicates that she would refuse to remove the Burka if hired, should the employer be punished for turning her away?

How about if the job required a uniform? Or work on the sabbath?
It's not discrimination at that point. It's a business decision.
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