US EditionMore to Every Story: Tracking the Debate over Transgender Athletes in High School Sports
- Garcia, a transgender athlete from Washington state, won a state championship last weekend, drawing national attention to transgender participation in girls' sports.
- This attention arises amid a heated debate across the U.S. On whether transgender girls should compete in female sports, with calls to bar them intensifying after Garcia's victory.
- Aidan Key, a transgender man involved in crafting Washington's inclusive policy, stated the concern over transgender athletes is a "manufactured crisis," noting success after two decades of inclusion.
- U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego, a Democrat, recently opposed transgender athletes in female sports, reflecting public opinion that favors requiring athletes to compete by sex assigned at birth.
- This ongoing dispute influences legislation, public attitudes, and local policies as debates continue on balancing fairness, safety, and inclusion in school sports.
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Sydney Morning Herald
The AgeShame on those who whip up hate against trans athletes for clicks and votes
Two recent examples illustrate what I call ‘hate-bait’ – calculated attacks on an easy target to boost ratings under the guise of fighting for fairness in sport.
Transgender girl who competes with boys criticized for using girls' locker room
A transgender girl in Colonie is facing a catch-22: if she competes with the boys, she could be accused of not being a real girl. If she competes with the girls, she may have an unfair advantage.
Community Voices: Fairness in girls’ sports is not a partisan issue
In recent weeks, headlines have been dominated by debates over transgender athletes, political commentary and the future of girls’ sports. As a parent of student-athletes for more than two decades, I believe much of the national conversation misses a key…
Exclusive | High-school track star who refused to share podium with trans athlete: ‘Women are facing sex-based discrimination again’
High-school track star Alexa Anderson stepped off the championship podium when faced with the prospect of sharing the honor with transgender competitor Lia Rose, in Oregon.
Trans Softball Player Throws Every Pitch for His Team, Doesn't Allow a Single Run for Girls Facing Him
Males continue to crush the hopes and dreams of female athletes. This time it’s in softball. Outkick reported Wednesday that the Minnesota State High School League tournament is under way, […] The post Trans Softball Player Throws Every Pitch for His Team, Doesn't Allow a Single Run for Girls Facing Him appeared first on The Western Journal.
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