The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled that a pharmacist in Minnesota, by refusing to provide emergency contraceptives to a woman based on personal beliefs, discriminated against her and violated the state's anti-bias law. This decision underscores the legal boundaries of personal beliefs in professional settings, particularly in instances where those beliefs may lead to discrimination against customers seeking legally available services. The court's ruling emphasizes the importance of adhering to anti-discrimination laws within business operations, marking a significant stance on the issue of access to emergency contraceptives.
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The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled that a pharmacist who refused to provide emergency contraceptives to a customer because of his personal beliefs engaged in discrimination. https://t.co/pJ1IKFyzI3
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