Political speech and activity, especially in private sector employment, is not well protected by anti-retaliation laws. If you feel you've been retaliated or discriminated against by your employer because of your political beliefs or speech, you may be protected if you are a government employee, or if you are employed in one of the few states or cities that protect private employees from retaliation of this sort. Read below for more information about the state of the law in this area, whether you are protected, and what activities may be protected.