The Hatch Act

So, the Hatch Act was passed in 1939 and it prevents federal employees from discussing politics at work and in other certain situations outside of work as well. Sometimes, while I was at work, I would overhear Sargent Wayne say things like, “…wanna let women choose…”, which, given my newly employed status and ignorance of the Hatch act at this time, I would often respond to with a counterexample or opposing viewpoint. This has continually caused me to have an emotional reaction, which affects my productivity, as well as my wellbeing, at work. I realize that I should not have continued to engage with him; however, this particular political topic reflects my values, and I believe he should be held accountable for continuing to engage in these conversations with me with a full understanding of the Hatch act.