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        "text": "While often related, harassment and discrimination are distinct. Discrimination refers to adverse employment actions (like not hiring, firing, or denying promotion) based on a protected characteristic. Harassment is unwelcome conduct based on a protected characteristic that creates a hostile work environment or becomes a condition of employment. Harassment can be a form of discrimination if it is severe or pervasive enough to alter the terms and conditions of employment. An attorney can help clarify which applies to your situation.",
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        "description": "Discrimination involves adverse employment actions based on protected traits, while harassment is unwelcome conduct that creates a hostile work environment."
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  "description": "Discrimination involves adverse employment actions based on protected traits, while harassment is unwelcome conduct that creates a hostile work environment."
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