New controversy is surrounding the Gadsden flag. This flag that features the words, “Don’t tread on me” from the Revolutionary war times is now popular in limited government groups. The wearing of this flag in the workplace could now be considered harassment just as the wearing of the confederate flag in the workplace. How do you feel about this flag and what it means? Is it racial? Is it harassment? Does it belong in the workplace?
New controversy is surrounding the Gadsden flag. This flag that features the words, "Don't tread on me" from the Revolutionary war times is now popular in limited government groups. The wearing of this flag in the workplace could now be considered harassment just as the wearing of the confederate flag…
The EEOC is currently viewing and deciding if anyone that is wearing the Gadsden Flag can be considered workplace harassment. Southern flags have recently gone under recent criticism for being racist. Though the origins of the flag do not directly come from a racist beginning, it is also linked to…
Where outright discriminatory clothing is not allowed in the workplace, potentially racially themed symbols are not often considered. In the case Shelton D. v. Brennan, a hat bearing the Gadsden flag came into question. Despite objections from Shelton, the man continued to wear the hat. The USPS stated it would…
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