"Today President Obama signed an executive order prohibiting federal contractors from workplace discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and/or gender identity.  Significantly, the president's order does not include any new religious exemptions.  While many media outlets have announced this news as protections for gay workers, it's important to note that transgender and bisexual workers are also included in this order.  President Obama's action will protect approximately 28 million employees in 24,000 companies that hold federal contracts.