All-White Jury 2.0: All-Male Iowa Supreme Court Upholds Sexism
Time to run this dentist out of business. Now.
After working as a dental assistant for ten years, Melissa Nelson was
fired for being too "irresistible" and a "threat" to her employer's
marriage.
"I think it is completely wrong," Nelson said. "I think it is sending a
message that men can do whatever they want in the work force."
On Friday, the all-male Iowa State Supreme Court ruled that James Knight, Nelson's boss, was within his legal rights when he fired her, affirming the decision of a lower court.
"We do think the Iowa Supreme Court got it completely right," said
Stuart Cochrane, an attorney for James Knight. "Our position has always
been Mrs. Nelson was never terminated because of her gender, she was
terminated because of concerns her behavior was not appropriate in the
workplace. She's an attractive lady. Dr. Knight found her behavior and
dress to be inappropriate."
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