Trans women and restrooms - an explanation

General
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A week ago, I asked if you would be comfortable with trans women using public women’s restrooms. Nearly all of you said you would have no problem, which is exactly how I feel. To me, women are women, whether they are trans or not, and I see no issue with them using the women’s room. I can’t understand why anyone would feel uncomfortable about it.

Some people have asked why I brought this up, so I’ll explain.

In Florida and other places, there have been attempts to make it illegal or more difficult for transgender people to use public restrooms. There are ongoing legal battles where such laws have been passed and opposition to bills that are still under consideration. Supporters of these laws argue that women would feel uncomfortable if trans women used women’s restrooms.

I posted this question here and on similar forums, and others I know have done the same elsewhere. The response has been an overwhelming “No.” While these were not scientific surveys, the results were so overwhelmingly supportive that a formal poll seems unnecessary.

My colleagues and I will continue to work against such laws and aim to have existing ones overturned or declared unconstitutional.

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I asked a week ago about the comfort level with trans women using public women’s restrooms, and the positive response matched my own view that women are women, regardless of their gender identity. This inquiry stemmed from recent legal battles in places like Florida, where laws are being pushed to restrict transgender people’s access to public restrooms. Despite some opposition arguing that it makes people uncomfortable, my informal polls show overwhelming support for trans women using women’s restrooms. My colleagues and I will keep fighting against such discriminatory laws and work to overturn existing ones.

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It’s great to hear support for trans women using women’s restrooms. Your efforts to challenge restrictive laws are important. Public opinion often shows a broad acceptance, which can be a powerful counter to discriminatory policies. Keep advocating for equality