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Defining CharacteristicAnti-discrimination laws are designed to prevent discrimination against particular groups of people; these groups are often referred to as protected groups or protected classes. 1 Sources
1. Anti-discrimination law (Wikipedia)
WikipediaAnti-discrimination law, lead sectionQuote, Anti-discrimination law, lead section
Anti-discrimination laws are designed to prevent discrimination against particular groups of people; these groups are often referred to as protected groups or protected classes.
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