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I& #39;d like to share something about how I became pro-trans.
Many years ago I changed my mind about trans people from being just basically dismissive and ignorant, to being fully supportive.
A THREAD
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Many years ago I changed my mind about trans people from being just basically dismissive and ignorant, to being fully supportive.
A THREAD
Before I share this, know that I have made a mistake in my wording as I talk about "gender" regarding only genetics, when your phenotype (physical characteristics) and other factors are important to the discussion and a distinction must be made. [2/9]
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It is at the very heart of science to change your mind when presented with new evidence.
I myself have a background in microbiology and genetics (which makes me more mad that this stuff isnt taught), and I& #39;ve studied forensic science at university. [4/9]
I myself have a background in microbiology and genetics (which makes me more mad that this stuff isnt taught), and I& #39;ve studied forensic science at university. [4/9]
Science is not a weapon to use against trans people, because science understands that there is more to someone& #39;s gender than their chromosomes. Science also includes the study of society and behaviour, and these are also influential parts of one& #39;s gender identity. [5/9]
https://youtu.be/cEhis4L4ohY
This">https://youtu.be/cEhis4L4o... video by a medical professional does a wonderful job explaining the science, **do watch to the end** as it has been added to in light of recent events. [6/9]
This">https://youtu.be/cEhis4L4o... video by a medical professional does a wonderful job explaining the science, **do watch to the end** as it has been added to in light of recent events. [6/9]
Here is a tweet thread explaining in plain english the science that backs up there being more than two genetic sexes:
https://twitter.com/ScienceVet2/status/1035246030500061184?s=20
Do">https://twitter.com/ScienceVe... not use science to excuse your bigotry and ignorance.
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https://twitter.com/ScienceVet2/status/1035246030500061184?s=20
Do">https://twitter.com/ScienceVe... not use science to excuse your bigotry and ignorance.
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I support trans people, you have the right to be called whatever name and pronouns you like WITHOUT QUESTION. You have the right to a life without ridicule and harassment, and despite what president f*cktard says you have the right to health care.
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Fuck JK Rowling & fuck TERFs, you are the gender you say you are.
Trans women are women, trans men are men. Without exception.
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Trans women are women, trans men are men. Without exception.
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Additional: If I have made any errors with terminology, point them out below so that I and others may know! I wish to learn and evolve as an ally.
