Ballmer's statement came after a Seattle newspaper revealed that pressure from Christian fundamentalists had caused Microsoft backed off from supporting an anti-discrimination bill in the Washington legislature. That bill failed by one vote late last month.
"After looking at the question from all sides, I've concluded that diversity in the workplace is such an important issue for our business that it should be included in our legislative agenda," Ballmer wrote.
We're happy that Microsoft has re-affirmed its past support for lesbian and gay rights, but we have to wonder whether that position will change again the next time the company comes under right-wing pressure.
For the earlier story, see this Magpie post.
Via Washington Post.