Jack Conway on Civil Rights

Claims Paul questions Civil Rights Act and the ADA

CONWAY: There's a direct line from his college days. "The Washington Post" last week did a series of stories about Rand Paul's college letters to the editor. And he questioned whether or not two people could ever be equal. You know, I happen to think our creator makes us equal. He questioned whether or not women needed equal protection in the law. He questioned nondiscrimination laws and consumer protection laws. And you can draw a straight line from those attitudes in college to the positions he has taken in this campaign. Rand Paul has said that the federal government doesn't need to be involved in faith-based initiatives. He's come for a 23% national sales tax that would do away with charitable deductions. He's questioned fundamental principles of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans With Disabilities Act, too.

I abhor discrimination; end "don't ask, don't tell"

CONWAY: Look, I'm a proud Democrat. I'm certainly not going to be to the left of Obama. I'm going to put Kentucky first. And the reason I said something on "don't ask, don't tell" is I abhor discrimination. It was painful for a lot of Kentuckians to see Rand Paul question fundamental provisions of the Civil Rights Act.

Marriage is only between a man and a woman

Affirmative action addresses proven past discrimination

Conway indicated he supported the following principles concerning employment and affirmative action:
• Considering race and gender in government contracting decisions is appropriate for the federal government.
• Include sexual orientation in federal anti-discrimination laws.
• Continue federal affirmative action programs.
• Conway added, "Race and gender considerations in government contracting should address proven past discrimination."

Supports affirmative action.

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