This article looks at discrimination laws, showing how federal laws have become complicated and inconsistent. It explores the differences between age discrimination laws and those concerning race and sex. The article explains how state laws are also affected by these federal complexities. By studying historical developments in state discrimination laws, it's found that state and federal laws should be interpreted differently. This suggests that state laws could provide a better model for improving federal laws. By considering the unique aspects of state statutes, a clearer and more effective approach to discrimination claims may be found. This could help create a more unified and less confusing system for addressing discrimination issues.