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It’s important to establish policies and procedures regarding divisive workplace discussions before they become an issue. With a contentious presidential election on the horizon, learn these four tactics for combating workplace incivility outlined by a SHRM24 speaker.

State and local officials—such as mayors, school officials, or firefighters—do not violate a federal bribery statute if they have taken an official act before any gratuity for it is agreed to or given, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled.

SHRM24 speaker Claire Stroh shared best practices with young and emerging HR professionals on the importance of connecting with others, establishing credibility to advance their careers, and finding and navigating learning opportunities within their organizations.

A U.S. Supreme Court decision stripping the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s ability to recover civil penalties for fraud at administrative proceedings might lead to similar limitations on workplace agencies’ enforcement authority.

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Being Transgender in an Election Year

Transgender employees have historically experienced discrimination and harassment in the workplace. The upcoming election season could exacerbate those challenges, creating a more uncivil environment for this group of workers.

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