The Biden Administration’s Commitment to Minority Protection

Abstract

This article discusses the evolution of U.S. legislation and policies affecting the interests of marginalized minorities (identified on the basis of race, gender and sexual orientation) under the tenure of President Biden. The text provides an assessment of the effectiveness of the actions undertaken with reference to workplace discrimination in federal employment, access to public accommodations, family life, health care and education. The analyses refers also to the most relevant judicial rulings regarding anti-discrimination law (e.g., the U.S. Supreme Court’s decisions on abortion and affirmative actions).

Keywords: Anti-discrimination; Minorities; Federal employment; Marriage equality; Transgender rights