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On transgender bill, Baker reiterates opposition to discrimination

On transgender bill, Baker reiterates opposition to discrimination

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STATE HOUSE — Wading into an issue sensitive for the Republican governor ever since it became a flashpoint in his unsuccessful 2010 campaign for the corner office, Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday said he would wait to see the details of a transgender rights bill before choosing sides. "I don't want anyone to be discriminated against and I support the changes that were made in 2011. I do have some concerns getting away from current law going forward but as I've said several times I want

STATE HOUSE — Wading into an issue sensitive for the Republican governor ever since it became a flashpoint in his unsuccessful 2010 campaign for the corner office, Gov. Charlie Baker on Monday said he would wait to see the details of a transgender rights bill before choosing sides. "I don't want anyone to be discriminated against and I support the changes that were made in 2011. I do have some concerns getting away from current law going forward but as I've said several times I want to see the…