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Carl Sheeler on Civil Rights
Democratic Senate Challenger
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Meditation ok in schools; prayer is not
Q: Do you support or oppose permitting prayer in public schools?A: Oppose. Meditation or quiet time would be more central to personal choice.
Source: Email interview with OnTheIssues.org
Aug 31, 2006
Imperative against gender, sex, & age discrimination
We need to establish a federal mandate to ensure that discrimination is not a policy issue but an imperative so gender, sex, age and equality issues are addressed and our nation can go on to
the business of building an economically strong society that puts credence into opportunity advancement.
Source: Campaign website, carlsheeler.com, "Positions"
Jun 24, 2006
Equal rights for same gender relationships
Whether it be same gender relationships (marriages) or issues of compensation, I am opposed to discrimination where rights are not equal given most circumstances.
The strength of our American Democracy is based on its support and tolerance of differences.
Source: Campaign website, www.carlsheeler.com, "Policies"
Feb 22, 2006
Recognize civil unions; supports same-sex marriage
Q: Should Rhode Island recognize civil unions between same-sex couples? A: Yes.
Q: Should Rhode Island restrict marriage to a union only between a man and a woman?
A: No.
Furthermore, the issue of religion obfuscates the rights and freedom of choice between consenting adults in violation of church and state. Property rights need to be equitable for all.
Source: Rhode Island Legislative National Political Awareness Test
Nov 7, 2004
Women & minorities are underrepresented in business
Regarding Affirmative Action: Should race, ethnicity or gender be taken into account in state agencies' decisions on: - Public employment?
A: No. -
State college and university admission?
A: No. - State contracting?
A: Yes. - Sheeler adds, "Women & minorities are underrepresented in business opportunities & state should offer similar opportunities as Federal 8(2) program."
Source: Rhode Island Legislative National Political Awareness Test
Nov 7, 2004