Discrimation of Homosexuals in the Workplace

English 111 Paper #4 Benefits for Homosexuals in the Workplace For many years now minority groups have been fighting to get equal representation in high paying jobs and to be treated like everyone else if they are hired. The minority group that I wish to focus on is homosexuals. Many gays believe that they are being treated unfairly by companies that do not offer domestic partner benefits and other fringe benefits that are offered to heterosexual workers …

…that says the average homosexual male household income in the United States is $51,624 and for lesbians it is $42,755. While according to the U.S. Census Bureau the average for all households is $36,520. Domestic partner benefits are becoming more prevalent today and I see no sign of companies slowing down in joining the ranks of those who offer them, but as long as these benefits are around there will probably be someone there to oppose them.