Interesting situation & conundrum for Google. Successful corporations should value employee talent regardless of color, gender sexual preference, national origin etc. This includes welcoming diversity.
But inevitably, one group will be offended by another group, and I'm sure it's not easy keeping everyone somewhat happy in this day and age of strong opinions & differing values.
Don't know what the right answer is but whatever it is, the policies should be transparent and consistent (e.g. elaborate Christmas displays? Maybe tree is okay but not a cross, nativity scene etc?)
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/27/goog...-petition.html
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Google has distanced itself from a planned drag show after some employees signed a petition opposing the Pride event.
A few hundred employees signed the petition opposing the drag performance, claiming it sexualizes and disrespects Christian co-workers, and accused Google of religious discrimination, according to the petition viewed by CNBC.
The company said the drag performance remains open to the public, but is encouraging employees to attend a social gathering at Google offices instead.
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A few hundred employees signed the petition opposing the drag performance, claiming it sexualizes and disrespects Christian co-workers, and accused Google of religious discrimination, according to the petition viewed by CNBC. “Their provocative and inflammatory artistry is considered a direct affront to the religion beliefs and sensitivities of Christians,” the petition stated, referring to the drag performer.
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