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Biden Should Follow UK Government Lead And Ban Puberty Blockers

Michael Shellenberger • 1370 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🏥 Health Politics Gender identity Puberty Blockers Legislation
  1. The UK's National Health Service stopped prescribing puberty blockers to children, leading the way in reevaluating medical treatments for gender dysphoria
  2. There is a lack of long-term evidence for the safety and effectiveness of puberty blockers in children, as per the independent review commissioned by NHS England
  3. Advocates are calling for the US, including President Biden, to ban puberty blockers for children and follow the UK's lead

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

Erin In The Morning • 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.

A Week in the War on Women: Monday 29th January - Sunday 4th February

The Glinner Update • 2338 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender identity Equality Law Sports
  1. Children in unregulated online chatrooms are exposed to harmful advice and behavior regarding gender issues.
  2. Institutions like the NHS and Environment Agency are altering policies to be more gender-neutral under the influence of organizations like Stonewall.
  3. Instances of individuals facing consequences for expressing views on gender identity and discrimination, including bans from events and investigations by legal authorities.
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I have a problem: a desistor's manifesto - part 2

Parents with Inconvenient Truths about Trans (PITT) • 2751 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Gender identity Medical Industry
  1. Children should not be pressured into making irreversible decisions that affect their bodies and futures
  2. The gender affirming medical industry profits from harmful treatments that do not address the root of the issue
  3. Compassionate therapeutic care is crucial for helping individuals struggling with gender dysphoria

A Week in the War on Women: Monday 8th January - Sunday 14th January

The Glinner Update • 2515 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Gender identity Legal Actions
  1. Police forces in England and Wales are allowing trans-identified male officers to conduct strip searches on female suspects.
  2. New guidelines in Scottish prisons prioritize trans-identified males over safety of women, raising concerns from campaigners.
  3. A DWP diversity ambassador advocates for prescribing puberty blockers to gender-distressed children without their parents' permission.

The BBC's blind spot

The Glinner Update • 2122 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Gender identity
  1. BBC's Identity Hub missed covering significant stories related to gender identity issues
  2. There is a need for a different team or correspondent to cover complex stories with legal awareness
  3. The context matters as the coverage of a story should not be done at the expense of ignoring everything else

"Cisgender" Is No More A Slur Than "Straight" Is - Elon Musk Restricts Term On Twitter

Erin In The Morning • 5287 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender identity Transgender rights Social media
  1. Elon Musk declared that 'cis' is not a slur on Twitter.
  2. The term 'cisgender' is an important descriptor in conversations about gender identity and has a long history.
  3. Using terms like 'cisgender' is essential for clear communication in medical, psychological, and social contexts.

FREE POST: Weekly Reality Report

Reality's Last Stand • 373 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics Gender identity Youth Mental Health Transgender rights
  1. The Weekly Reality Report provides a roundup of articles, reading lists, and news headlines for paying subscribers, but this week's report is free.
  2. An interview with Dr. Carrie Mendoza sheds light on challenges faced by detransitioners due to lack of medical services and billing codes.
  3. Various articles critique gender-affirming care, the evolution of HR departments, and the application of intersectionality in social discourse, sparking debates on societal values and well-being.

I Was Fired for Supporting Women’s Sex-Based Rights. Now I’m Suing.

Reality's Last Stand • 3066 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Feminism Discrimination Gender identity
  1. Women's rights are in jeopardy when the ability to name ourselves and our sex-based rights is taken away.
  2. It is important to fight against discrimination and silencing of women in the workplace.
  3. Advocating for sex-based rights and standing up for one's beliefs is crucial for maintaining equality and basic human rights.

Why We Need a Serious Debate About Healthcare For Transgender Youth

Persuasion • 2338 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gender identity Mental health
  1. Understanding the nuances of healthcare for transgender youth is essential for improving the quality of care.
  2. Nuanced debates about transgender youth healthcare are important, despite controversies and biases.
  3. Major medical organizations emphasize the importance of gender affirming care for youth, but ongoing research challenges and the need for responsible practices remain.

The Lesbian Legacy of 'ER'

Paging Dr. Lesbian • 98 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture TV shows Gender identity Fandom History
  1. 'ER' was a groundbreaking show for featuring one of the first lesbian main characters on American television and for exploring LGBTQ+ storylines.
  2. The portrayal of Kerry Weaver's lesbian relationships on 'ER' were notable for being depicted as real, deeply-felt connections rather than fleeting flings.
  3. The impact of 'ER' on viewers and society through its representation of LGBTQ+ characters, particularly Kerry Weaver's journey, highlights the evolving landscape of lesbian representation in media.

Strip-Mining Children

Reactionary Feminist • 34 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Children's Health Ethics Parenting Gender identity Medical Ethics
  1. Some argue for allowing everyone, including children, unrestricted freedom to modify their sexed appearance, claiming it as a fundamental right.
  2. The concept of normophobia pushes for a war on normalized societal patterns, particularly targeting children for exploitation in the name of individual freedom.
  3. Challenges arise when trying to balance individual freedom with the need for limits and guidance, especially in the context of children's development and well-being.

Bursting the Conservative Bubble

Break Free with Karen Hunt • 1218 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health Politics Gender identity Youth AI Art
  1. Conservatives boycotting companies for promoting the transgender agenda may not be effective as the focus is on influencing the younger Generation Z.
  2. Boycotting a few companies may not be enough to stop the transgender agenda that is progressing towards a future where AI and technology dominate.
  3. Young people are increasingly embracing fluid gender identities and diverse pronouns, reflecting the evolving societal norms.

Is Transitioning Harmful To Prospective Trans Lesbians?

Thing of Things • 137 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Gender identity
  1. Some trans lesbians have dysphoria, which can be relieved through social and biomedical transition.
  2. Many dysphoric trans lesbians may not realize they are dysphoric and mistakenly attribute their feelings to other causes.
  3. Before claiming that transition won't solve someone's problems, it's important to check if there are underlying issues beyond wanting to be with lesbians.

The weirdo hypocrites behind the book bans

Can We Still Govern? • 160 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Education Gender identity
  1. The book banners exhibit hypocrisy by misrepresenting books, their identities, and their motives.
  2. Individual motives behind the effort to ban books vary, including sincere fears, business strategies, and media or political profile building.
  3. Many prominent figures leading book bans display questionable judgment, engage in political stunts, and lack the trustworthiness to make educational decisions.

02/04/24 - Based on her clothing and her doll and stuff, I don’t feel like she even wants to be a boy??

Moly’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Gender identity Society Photography
  1. Some people solve problems in unconventional ways, like having a mock marriage for profit.
  2. Sometimes people miss out on simple solutions, like going on a vacation with a loved one.
  3. Observing behaviors and actions can reveal mismatched intentions, like the perception of a girl not wanting to be a boy based on her belongings.

Invent Your Own Gender. Governor Gavin Newsom Encourages Youth With Millions In Taxpayer Support

OpenTheBooks Substack • 234 implied HN points • 29 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government funding Education system Gender identity
  1. California schools are teaching that genders are limitless and encourage inventing new genders.
  2. Governor Newsom's administration is funneling millions of taxpayer dollars into promoting neogenders.
  3. Gender Spectrum organization's initiatives can exclude parents and keep them in the dark about their child's gender transitions.

What Is Lesbian Fashion?

Paging Dr. Lesbian • 294 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion History Fashion Trends Gender identity
  1. Lesbian fashion has often been undervalued or erased from history, but researching and documenting it is crucial.
  2. Lesbian fashion is diverse and has played a significant role in fashion history and queer history.
  3. Butch and femme identities in lesbian culture go beyond traditional gender roles, reflecting complex community dynamics and personal expressions.

Follow the Yellow Brick Road

Bodies get in the way... • 334 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gender identity Puberty Blockers
  1. Children are not born with a sense of gender or sex; they learn and accept these concepts over time.
  2. Socially transitioning children can lead to gender dysphoria and harm their natural puberty development.
  3. Interventions like puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries can have long-lasting negative effects on children exploring gender identity.

Are LGBTQ Activists Just Nasty People?

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 138 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gender identity Activism Culture Workplace dynamics Social Issues
  1. LGBTQ activists can be perceived as intolerant and aggressive when enforcing their beliefs on others in professional settings.
  2. The narrative points out the manipulation and power strategies employed by some activists in the LGBTQ community.
  3. The story highlights the increasing polarization and challenges in maintaining tolerance towards diverse perspectives in modern society.

Blessed Boy

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 79 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
⚔ Fiction Dystopian Parenting Gender identity Government Control Social Issues
  1. In this possible future scenario, acquiring a Parenting License is a complex and expensive process, involving strict lifestyle requirements and sacrifices.
  2. The story unfolds with the challenges faced by Steven and Melissa, showing how societal norms and regulations impact their family life and decisions.
  3. The narrative further explores the consequences and transformations experienced by their child, Benny, and the struggle against state intervention in personal matters.

Psychologists are not legally required to affirm the gender identities of their patients

Year Zero • 23 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychotherapy Gender identity Legislation Youth Mental Health
  1. Psychologists are not legally required to affirm the gender identities of their patients.
  2. Therapists in California can provide non-affirming therapy for gender dysphoric youth without risking their license.
  3. APA guidelines caution against immediate affirmation and recommend a thoughtful, explorative approach when working with transgender individuals.

What is Chris Thinking?

Year Zero • 27 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Gender identity Mental health
  1. The author questions why mainstream media outlets, like MSNBC, do not report on the potential harms of medical treatments for trans-identifying children.
  2. There is a growing concern about pediatric gender medicine having harmful effects on children, but some media figures may not be covering the full story.
  3. Parents and whistleblowers are challenging the narrative around transgender treatments, highlighting the need for more balanced reporting to expose potential risks.