Wal-Mart Adds Trans Protections

The Human Rights Campaign offers muffled applause.

“What matters in the workplace is how you do your job, not your gender identity or sexual orientation,” said HRC President Joe Solmonese. “As the nation’s largest private employer, Wal-Mart shows that doing the right thing is also good for business. We urge them to continue to move forward by ensuring all of their LGBT employees receive equal benefits.”

Still, this is a huge move from the nation's largest retailer. Expect some blowback from the hate industry.