After being criticized by employees and gay-rights activists, Microsoft changed its position on a Washington state gay-rights bill. Microsoft announced that it now supports the bill, which was declined by one vote in April. The bill will come up again for voting next year. Sarah Kershaw of the New York Times "After looking at the question from all sides, I've concluded that diversity in the workplace is such an important issue for our business that it should be included in our legislative agenda," said Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer. "I respect that there will be different viewpoints. But as CEO, I am doing what I believe is right for our company as a whole." Microsoft's initial decision to go neutral on the matter was based on a desire to focus on business-specific issues and not political ones. Chris is a staff writer for latest ebusiness news
Microsoft Switches Gay-Rights Position Again
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