Fairly Fired or Freedom of Speech Violation?
I strongly believe in freedom of speech. It is important for people to stand up for what they believe. Had the residence hall assistants been fired for attending a pro-war or anti-war rally or a pro-life or pro-choice demonstration, I believe the college would have been violating their freedom of speech by firing them. Singling out a particular group and insinuating something derogatory about that group is just plain mean and thoughtless. It shows poor judgment by those we hope would demonstrate the opposite. Maybe, like others so prominently featured in the news these last few months, these students will attempt to redeem themselves by going into rehab. Maybe they'll just make smarter decisions in the future.
What do you think? Should one be fired for their non-work related actions? Take our poll and post your comments here.
Poll: Should Someone Be Fired for a Non-Work Related Activity?
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I want to take the poll, but there is no “it depends”.
I believe that if you are an “everyday worker”, your personal life should be personal and not affect your employment status. However, if you are in a position of authority at the VP, Pres, or C-levels, then you should be held accountable for your actions. You are not only representing the company, but you are a leader others follow; actions not deemed appropriate would only serve to lose customers/clients and to invalidate your position – you lose credibility and trust w/the employees working under you.
That’s my two cents…
This does violate their rights to freedom of speech. And a real life discription of what is happening in the middle east and Israel at this very moment. The reaction of the school shows how much they are afraid that they could be a terrorist target.