Reluctant State of Welfare Social Policy
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- Social Policy Impacting My Life: One example of a social policy that has had a significant impact on many people’s lives is the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in the United States. The ACA, often referred to as Obamacare, was enacted in 2010 and brought about several changes in healthcare. It required insurance companies to cover pre-existing conditions, allowed children to stay on their parents’ insurance until age 26, and established health insurance marketplaces to make coverage more accessible.
How it impacted me (hypothetically): If I were a young adult under 26 years old, the ACA would have allowed me to remain on my parents’ health insurance plan. It provided a safety net for individuals who might have struggled to afford health insurance on their own, which could have a significant financial and health impact.
- Policies Relevant to Supreme Court Hearings on LGBTQ+ Worker Rights:
a. Civil Rights Act of 1964: This landmark federal policy prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The definition of “sex” is a crucial point of contention in the Supreme Court hearings regarding LGBTQ+ worker rights. Advocates argue that discrimination against gay and transgender workers is inherently a form of sex discrimination, as it involves treating someone differently based on their gender identity or sexual orientation.
b. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Title VII specifically addresses employment discrimination. In the context of the Supreme Court hearings, it’s essential to understand how Title VII defines and interprets sex discrimination. The court must determine whether it encompasses discrimination against LGBTQ+ workers. Defining and interpreting these aspects of Title VII is crucial for establishing legal protections for gay and transgender employees.
These two policies are central to the debate about whether federal discrimination laws protect gay and transgender workers. Advocates argue that a broad interpretation of sex discrimination under these policies should include protection for LGBTQ+ individuals, while opponents may argue for a more restrictive interpretation.
Please note that the specific details of Supreme Court hearings and their outcomes can change over time, and you should consult the latest news and legal analyses for the most current information on this topic.
QUESTION
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1. After reading the attached PowerPoints please social policy that has impacted your life and explain how and why?
2.Based on your reading of the attached power points name and define two policies and how they could be used in the current Supreme Court hearings associated with whether federal discrimination laws protect gay and transgender workers.