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Debunked: Misleading NYT Anti-Trans Article By Pamela Paul Relies On Pseudoscience

10161 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender LGBTQ+ Medical Research
  1. The article by Pamela Paul in The New York Times relies on debunked information about transgender care and detransitioning.
  2. Claims about rapid onset gender dysphoria and social contagion in the article are not supported by reliable research or credible sources.
  3. The assertion that a significant percentage of transgender individuals detransition or desist is based on outdated and flawed studies, contradicting more recent research findings.

Over 90,000 Satisfied Responses In Trans Survey; Largest Detrans Survey Only Had 100

6584 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Transgender Survey Regret Legislation
  1. A recent survey of over 90,000 transgender individuals shows high levels of satisfaction post-transition.
  2. The survey results challenge prevailing narratives of transgender regret prevalent in anti-trans media.
  3. The largest detrans survey had only 100 responses, highlighting the rarity of detransition and regret among transgender individuals.
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Florida Dem Congresspeople To Biden: Block Trans License Ban With Real ID Act

5935 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Legislation Discrimination Equality Government intervention
  1. Florida Democrats urge Biden to use Real ID Act to block ban on trans driver's license changes.
  2. Florida implemented measures banning gender marker changes on driver's licenses for transgender individuals.
  3. Biden's administration can use the Real ID Act to protect transgender individuals facing discrimination in various states.

Indiana Launches Anti-LGBTQ "Snitch Line," Users Flood With Memes In Protest

5503 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics LGBTQ+ Protest Education Activism
  1. Indiana's Attorney General launched a tool for reporting LGBTQ+ education in schools, sparking a flood of memes in protest.
  2. Users submitted prank submissions to the reporting tool, including memes of Godzilla and the Bee Movie script.
  3. Similar attempts to launch 'snitch lines' by other administrations have also faced backlash and pranks.

Protestors Stage Die-Ins At Several Florida DMVs Over Trans Drivers License Ban

5011 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Protests Legislation Social justice Civil Rights
  1. Protesters staged die-ins at multiple Florida DMVs against the new policy prohibiting transgender individuals from changing their gender markers on driver's licenses.
  2. The protests were organized by various organizations in Florida and involved over 100 participants laying on the ground for 37 minutes to symbolize the challenges faced by transgender individuals.
  3. The risks associated with incorrect gender markers on official documents for transgender individuals include increased harassment and abuse, while correct gender markers are crucial for lowering suicide risk and supporting their transition.

Florida: "Misrepresenting" Gender On Drivers Licenses Is Fraud, Changes Now Banned

5228 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Legislation Civil Rights Equality
  1. Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles no longer allows gender changes on driver's licenses, and trans people could be charged with fraud
  2. Florida considers gender and biological sex to be equivalent, leading to strict penalties for misrepresenting gender on licenses
  3. The new policy in Florida could lead to legal challenges for transgender individuals during traffic stops and impact their daily life significantly

SC Witness Reveals Comically Large Binder Of Trans Studies After Republicans Ask For Studies

5660 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender
  1. During a hearing on a bill in South Carolina, a witness presented a massive binder of trans studies when challenged for evidence.
  2. Multiple studies highlight the importance of gender affirming care for transgender youth for their mental health and well-being.
  3. Legislation like House Bill 4624 in South Carolina threatens to deny necessary care and target transgender individuals across different age groups.

Oklahoma Appoints Libs Of TikTok "To Make Schools Safer," Violent Threats Follow Her Posts

4127 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education LGBTQ+ Violence Social media Legislation
  1. Chaya Raichik, creator of Libs of TikTok, was appointed to make schools safer but her posts led to violent threats.
  2. Raichik's appointment to the Library Media Advisory Committee has sparked controversy due to her history of targeting LGBTQ+ individuals.
  3. Despite criticism, Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters supports far-right influencers and causes, impacting LGBTQ+ policies in the state.

Democrats Vote Down Trans Refuge Bill In Maine After Right-Wing Attacks

3911 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights Democratic Party
  1. Maine Democrats voted down a bill to establish the state as a refuge for transgender individuals after facing right-wing attacks.
  2. The bill aimed to protect trans individuals seeking care across state lines but was criticized for its language and provisions.
  3. This rejection is notable because Maine may become the first state with both a Democratic governor and legislature to strike down such a bill.

Utah Advances Criminal Trans Bathroom Ban, With Penalties Of Six Months In Jail

4343 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Legislation Rights Discrimination Social Issues
  1. Utah is advancing a bill to ban transgender individuals from using certain public bathrooms with penalties of up to six months in jail.
  2. The bill would also end all legal recognition for transgender people in the state.
  3. Similar legislation in other states could potentially impact the freedom of movement for transgender individuals across the country.

Iowa Governor's Bill Would Mandate Trans People Have Both Gender Markers On Licenses

3262 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Legislation Civil Rights Gender identity
  1. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds introduced a bill to mandate trans people display both gender markers on licenses if they undergo surgery.
  2. The bill would make it evident on IDs that the person is transgender, potentially leading to dangerous situations and discrimination.
  3. This bill represents a significant policy priority as it is introduced by the Governor and could make Iowa the third state to target transgender people's driver's licenses.

Erin's Anti-Trans Risk Map: Early Legislative Session Edition

4284 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights
  1. Erin has created an anti-trans risk map to track legislation affecting transgender adults across different states.
  2. The map methodology includes qualitative assessment, scoring worst bills, and monitoring legislative trends nationwide.
  3. The map categorizes states by risk levels for transgender adults, ranging from low risk to do not travel advisories, based on the severity of anti-trans legislation passed or proposed.

West Virginia Bill Would Mandate "Curing" Trans People Of Being Trans Under 21

4245 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights Social Issues
  1. West Virginia introduced a bill to ban gender affirming care for trans individuals under 21 and mandate conversion therapy.
  2. The bill labels being transgender as a 'sexual deviation' and restricts mental health professionals from affirming transgender patients.
  3. This bill is part of a worrying trend of increasing anti-trans legislation in the state and across the country.

Missouri Hears 9 Anti-Trans Bills In A Single Day

3832 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Equality Advocacy Discrimination Activism
  1. Missouri is considering 9 anti-trans bills in a single day, making it a focal point for such legislation this year.
  2. The bills in Missouri target transgender people in various aspects of public life, from bathrooms to legal recognition.
  3. Local organizations like PROMO Missouri are mobilizing against the bills, urging people to sign petitions and testify in Jefferson City.

Idaho Committee Passes LGBTQ+ Book Ban on MLK Day: Rep Says It Only Bans Gay "Acts"

3596 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Equality Social Issues Government Discrimination
  1. Idaho Committee passed a book ban targeting LGBTQ+ books, focusing on banning 'acts of homosexuality.'
  2. Critics argue that the bill could lead to bankruptcy for libraries due to legal fees from book challenges.
  3. The bill raises concerns about defining 'acts' of homosexuality, potentially impacting books with LGBTQ+ characters in libraries.

Florida Bill Would Make Accusations Of Transphobia Defamation With A $35K Penalty

3950 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Discrimination Freedom of Speech Defamation
  1. A new bill in Florida aims to treat accusations of transphobia as defamation with a $35K penalty.
  2. The bill restricts the ability to defend against defamation lawsuits by not allowing the use of scientific or religious beliefs.
  3. This bill has the potential to significantly restrict free speech in Florida, especially when it comes to reporting on discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.

Federal Judge Denies A "Right To Bully" Trans Students In Ohio

5640 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Discrimination Education & Policy
  1. A federal judge ruled that bullying transgender students through misgendering and harassment is not a right.
  2. The lawsuit aimed to overturn a policy protecting transgender students from harassment in the Olentangy Local School District.
  3. Courts are increasingly siding with transgender students against discrimination in schools.

Judge Blocks Montana Drag Ban Using Republican Rep. Braxton Mitchell's Own Words

5129 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Free speech Discrimination LGBTQ+ Court ruling
  1. A federal judge blocked Montana's drag ban using the bill author's own words which were seen as discriminatory.
  2. The judge found the ban unconstitutional due to violations of first amendment rights on freedom of speech.
  3. The law was deemed overly vague and unconstitutional due to broad definitions that could impact various groups.

Arkansas Trans Ban Unconstitutional: Judge Declares 311 Statements Of Fact In Ruling

6092 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Health Benefits
  1. U.S. District Judge Moody declared Arkansas trans ban unconstitutional with over 311 statements of fact in the ruling
  2. The ruling sets a precedent for ongoing legal battles with potential impact across multiple states
  3. Judge Moody discredited state's experts, highlighted the irreparable harm of banning care, rare detransition cases, and misrepresentation of evidence

May Anti-Trans Legislative Risk Map

6859 implied HN points • 20 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights LGBTQ+
  1. The map shows a clear divide between states with full legal protections for trans people and states persecuting them through harsh anti-trans laws.
  2. The assessment methodology considers factors like partisan breakdowns, bill analysis, election results, and statements by governors to categorize states' risk levels.
  3. States like California, New York, and Washington provide strong legal and cultural protections for transgender individuals, while states like Florida and Alabama enforce severe anti-trans legislation.

Trump Judge Blocks Indiana Trans Ban Citing "Irreparable Harm" To Trans Kids

5817 implied HN points • 17 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights Court rulings Legislation Equality Discrimination
  1. A Trump-appointed judge blocked an Indiana law banning gender affirming care for transgender youth, stating it likely violates the constitution and harms trans kids.
  2. Many anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ bills have been blocked in courts across the U.S., showing a trend of legal victories for advocates of LGBTQ+ rights.
  3. Judge Hanlon found that banning gender affirming care would cause irreparable harm to trans youth and that similar bans in other countries have taken less restrictive approaches.

Top 5 States To Be Transgender In 2023

5169 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Transgender rights
  1. Transgender people are moving across the United States in search of safe places to live and finding states that are welcoming and protective.
  2. Some of the top states to be transgender in have legal protections and inclusive environments, but may also have high costs of living and pockets of transphobia.
  3. States like Minnesota, California, Washington D.C., Colorado, and Washington State stand out as some of the best places for transgender individuals to live due to their laws, healthcare systems, and LGBTQ+ inclusivity.

Bombshell Louisiana Report Led To Republican Senator Rejecting Youth Trans Ban

6446 implied HN points • 26 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Transgender rights Healthcare Political Activism
  1. A Republican Senator in Louisiana rejected a ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth after a report showed the care is safe and effective.
  2. Louisiana became a vital refuge for transgender youth seeking care due to defeating the ban, offering a source for medical needs in neighboring states.
  3. Contrasting reports in Louisiana and Florida on gender-affirming care reflect differing approaches and outcomes, impacting the legislative decisions.

Maryland Governor Declares Maryland A Trans Sanctuary State

5346 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Legislation Government Rights Activism
  1. Maryland Governor declared the state a Trans Sanctuary State, the 12th state to enact such policies.
  2. Several measures were outlined in the order to protect transgender individuals seeking gender-affirming care.
  3. Maryland has implemented various protective policies for transgender individuals, making it one of the safest states in the U.S.