There is no doubt that we are living in politically charged times. Seemingly everyone has a strong opinion on the outcome of the recent Presidential election, the duty of professional athletes to stand during the National Anthem or a myriad of other issues involving race, sex or religion. Consequently, workplace discussions are becoming heated and employers may be faced with the dilemma of policing conversations before they get out of control. In a nation that prides itself on the First Amendment right to free speech, what can employers do to manage the risk of private beliefs colliding with office harmony? Read On
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