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National Association of Realtors changes 'hate speech' rule after pastor found guilty for Bible verses

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The National Association of Realtors has voted to change its controversial "hate speech" rule after punishing a Christian minister who shared Bible verses on social media.

On Thursday, the NAR voted to change the "hate speech" rule adopted in 2020 under its code of ethics.

In the amendment to Standard of Practice 10-5, which says its members "shall not harass any person or persons based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity," the NAR clarified that the rule can only regulate a realtor's speech that is made in their professional capacity in furtherance of their real estate practice.

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This is probably a good decision. I'm uncomfortable with the degree to which social media breaks down the barrier between our public and private lives. As long as the realtor is professional on the job, treating all his clients with respect and following his company's code of ethics, he should have some freedom to do as he pleases when he's not on the job.
 
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