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Originally Posted by nik-
Are they not being excluded as a result of their identity?
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If you believe their uniform is their identity, absolutely.
A big difference (and good or bad, where the distinction comes in) is an "identity" you're born with, vs one you choose.
I don't get paid a good salary and benefits to be gay, nor was I given a choice.
The decision excludes the uniform, not the human being. It may not be a defence that is above question (plenty of debate in the gay community and black community) but that's the justification.
I'm willing to answer that criticism nik, I think it's valid. But the defence of identity from two people who have done nothing but slam any reference to identity is tough to take seriously.