Yes, if it could be proven that they intentionally targeted a particular class.
I was there and experienced some of this as a kid, but the difference is this. We all knew where we were welcomed and where we were not. Signs were also clearly visible. Gays are not battling equal rights because they already have them. What is at stake is an acceptance that sexual / committing relationships with someone of the same sex is the norm when it is not, and anyone who disagrees is deemed bigoted, insensitive, intolerant, and should be punished until they accept it as the norm. Will some people get ticked at what I just wrote? I'm sure some will, but if they've been here a decent amount of time, they would know that I did not write this with malicious intent. I just call it like I see it. Anyway, I've got to prepare my iMore weekly update and then go to work. Take care and have a great weekend.