Summary
Fresno just became the second U.S. city to ban caste discrimination, officially adding it to local anti-discrimination rules. This is a big deal for local civil rights and protects people from bias in housing, jobs, and public spaces.
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It could cost the city a bit to update policies and train staff, but it saves money down the road by avoiding costly discrimination lawsuits.
South Asian and other diaspora communities vulnerable to hidden caste biases get official protection and recourse.
No groups negatively affected
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Fresno in California becomes only second US city to ban caste discrimination
Fresno in California becomes only second US city to ban caste discrimination Reuters
Fresno becomes second U.S. city to ban caste discrimination
Fresno becomes second U.S. city to ban caste discrimination NBC News
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