Houston Equal Rights Ordinance fails by wide margin

The hotly contested election has spurred national attention, drawing comment from the White House and the states top officials.  Largely conservative opponents of the law allege that it would allow men dressed as women, including sexual predators, to enter womens restrooms.  Supporters of the law, including Mayor Annise Parker, argue that it extends an important local recourse for a range of protected classes to respond to discrimination.

 

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