A frog walks into a bank and approaches the teller. The teller looks at the frog and asks “What can I do for you?” The frog replies “I’d like to open a savings account.”
The teller asks the frog for her name and the frog responds “Kermit.” The teller looks up the name in the computer and sees that there is already an account in that name. She tells the frog this and the frog says “That’s me!” The teller asks for the password and the frog says “ribbit.” The teller types in the password and the account comes up on the screen.
The teller tells the frog that she can’t open a new account because there is already one in that name. The frog says “But that’s me!” The teller asks for the password again and the frog says “ribbit.” The teller types in the password and the account comes up on the screen.
The teller tells the frog that she can’t open a new account because there is already one in that name. The frog says “But that’s me!” The teller asks for the password again and the frog says “ribbit.” The teller types in the password and the account comes up on the screen.
At this point the manager comes over and asks what the problem is. The teller explains that there is already an account in the name Kermit and she can’t open a new one. The manager asks the frog for her name and the frog says “Kermit.” The manager looks in the computer and sees that there is already an account in that name.
The manager asks the frog for the password and the frog says “ribbit.” The manager types in the password and the account comes up on the screen. The manager tells the teller that she can’t open a new account because there is already one in that name. The frog says “But that’s me!” The manager asks for the password again and the frog says “ribbit.” The manager types in the password and the account comes up on the screen.
At this point the security guard comes over and asks what the problem is. The manager explains that there is already an account in the name Kermit and they can’t open a new one. The security guard asks the frog for her name and the frog says “Kermit.” The security guard looks in the computer and sees that there is already an account in that name.
The security guard asks the frog for the password and the frog says “ribbit.” The security guard types in the password and the account comes up on the screen. The security guard tells the manager that she can’t open a new account because there is already one in that name. The frog says “But that’s me!” The security guard asks for the password again and the frog says “ribbit.” The security guard types in the password and the account comes up on the screen.
At this point the police are called and the frog is taken away.
How does a frog get into a bank?
It walks through the door like any other customer.
What does a frog do at a bank?
It deposits or withdraws money like any other customer.
How does a frog know what to do at a bank?
Employees at the bank help it.
What does a frog need in order to do business at a bank?
A valid form of identification.
Do all banks allow frogs?
No but many do.
How can a frog find out if a bank allows frogs?
It can call the bank or look online.
What happens if a frog goes to a bank that doesn’t allow frogs?
It will be asked to leave.
Is it legal for a bank to not allow frogs?
Yes there is no law that requires banks to allow frogs.
What kind of discrimination is this?
Species discrimination.
Is species discrimination against the law?
No but it is against many banks’ policies.
Why do some banks not allow frogs?
They may be concerned about hygiene or liability.
What can a frog do if it is discriminated against by a bank?
File a complaint with the bank or with a civil rights organization.
How can a frog avoid being discriminated against by a bank?
Choose a bank that is known to be frog-friendly.
What is the best way for a frog to find a frog-friendly bank?
Ask other frogs or look for a list of frog-friendly banks online.
What are some other options for frogs if they can’t find a bank that will allow them to open an account?
They could try a credit union or a different type of financial institution.
