transgender Archives

Is a ‘Lesbian Couple’ Preparing to Transition Their Son Into a Daughter?

24 January 2019 - Words and context matter when it comes to discussing marginalized groups.

Fury over Reported Federal Plan Targeting Transgender People

22 October 2018 - LGBT leaders across the U.S. reacted with fury to a report that the Trump administration is considering adoption of a new definition of gender that would effectively deny federal recognition and civil rights protections to transgender Americans.

Vermont Nominates 1st US Transgender Candidate for Governor

15 August 2018 - GOP Gov. Phil Scott will face Christine Hallquist, who won the Democratic primary.

Transgender Hollywood Seeks Recognition, and Not Just Roles

7 August 2018 - Advocates are hoping that the current focus on transgender Hollywood will help.

Is Julia Stiles Transgender?

13 March 2018 - Rumors about the actress are not based on medical records, personal confessions, or credible information of any sort.

Was a Student Suspended for Pretending to be Transgender to Use the Girls’ Locker Room?

23 February 2018 - A story about a high school student talking his way into showering with girls after gym class is a work of fiction.

Trump Administration Bans CDC Officials From Using Certain Words?

18 December 2017 - Policy analysts will be instructed to avoid using seven words in budget policy documents, including "fetus" and "transgender," say reports.

How Many Transgender People Currently Serve in the U.S. Military?

27 July 2017 - In the wake of an abrupt ban on transgender people in the military, both sides rushed in with numbers -- but what does the research say?

Texas Set to Pass Transgender Bathroom Law for Schools

22 May 2017 - A transgender "bathroom bill" reminiscent of one in North Carolina that caused a national uproar now appears to be on a fast-track to becoming law in Texas - though it may only apply to public schools.