Poll: 67% of Americans believe marriage equality is ‘inevitable everywhere in US’

Illustrated rainbow pride flag on a white background.

Figures in a new Harris Poll show how the recognition of same-sex marriages in the US has led to significant changes in public attitudes.

67% of all Americans surveyed, regardless of their feelings of approval or disapproval, believe that marriage equality is “inevitable everywhere in the US”, according to the poll commissioned by Out & Equal Workplace Advocates.

More than a third (35%) of heterosexual adults consider themselves to be an ally of LGBT people, compared to a quarter (27%) who declared so two years ago.

The research also shows transgender Americans remain especially at risk of workplace discrimination, yet increased visibility can lead to more respect and acceptance.

Nearly 8 out of 10 (77%) of heterosexual adults agree that how an employee performs in their job should be the standard for judging an employee, not whether or not they are transgender, compared to 67% of heterosexual adults tested in 2007.

Nearly half (49%) of gay and lesbian adults surveyed would consider changing jobs if their employer required them to transfer to a state where same-sex marriages were not recognised, compared to just 30% last year.

Also, eight out of ten (79%) gay and lesbian adults would prefer a job with an employer in a state where same-sex marriages are recognised over an employer in a state that does not recognise marriage equality.

 

 

Comments (0)

MyPinkNews members are invited to comment on articles to discuss the content we publish, or debate issues more generally. Please familiarise yourself with our community guidelines to ensure that our community remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

Loading Comments