Gianforte clarifies stance on protection of LGBT rights

Clarifying his position on rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, Republican candidate for governor Greg Gianforte endorsed nondiscrimination for workers Friday, but not for customers.

Gianforte, who spent more than an hour with The Billings Gazette editorial board discussing his campaign, said it was a step too far for government to prevent businesses from deciding who they refuse to do business with.

By TOM LUTEY [email protected]

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