It's sad that the prevalence of bullying and disrespect in the workplace demand the creation of a Web site like RespectfulWorkplace.com. But since the need does exist, it's good that someone chose to fill it. In a recent newsletter, author, Melanie Sklarz, addresses the issue of increased legislation to "prevent workplace bullying" that's based on employees' sexual orientation.

I may be wrong, but I believe that every employer, including the numerous temp agencies I was once registered with, make employees sign non-harassment clauses or something to that effect. It isn't the laws themselves that will make a difference, but the consistent enforcement of them. If what we read in the news and on the Internet is true, then the policies or laws that are currently in place to make people feel safe at work aren't being consistently enforced. This doesn't set a good example for college students on site doing internships or to recent college graduates interviewing for entry-level jobs.

"Attitudinal and behavioral changes must be evident in senior leaders before the rest of an organization modifies its course. Regardless of laws, newsletters, bulletin board postings and company mission statements, what employees and mid-level managers witness in the corner offices sets the tone for everyone else," Sklarz said.

A person's sexual orientation is his own business. How well the person does his job and makes an effort to fit into the company culture should carry much more weight.