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RE: Introduction and Plea from a Midwest Transwoman
I don't know what to say. It's just horrible to hear such discrimination takes place at present in the "developed" world. It just doesn't make sense to me, why anybody should care of anyone's gender? My best friend (when not counting my girlfriend) is gay. You have my (at least virtual) support!
developed world? here in italy people still look bad at 2 guys or 2 girls kissing. Where is the developed world you are talking about
Specifically, this story is about Springfield, Missouri, USA but many other cities and states around the usa have been dealing with the same thing. Murder rates towards transgender people are at an all time high, actually increasing since there's been more media coverage on the issue. Right now the murder+suicide rate for transgender people in the US is over 40%, which is really insane when thought about.
Very much appreciated @hr1. I don't want to paint a purely negative picture of my town, it has gotten WAY better just since I moved here about 20 years ago. So many people here are either a part of or an ally of the community. The vote was nearly 50/50, which is quite a jump from years back. Honestly, the demonizing of the transgender community, implying that all trans people are predators after the children (Think of the children!! *facepalm) had a big part to do with it. I tried to find a picture of the 'Don't let men in the womens room' banners they had up around town.
It really is sad when think they're being affronted by a minority existing, when in reality it's that person not being willing to accept that there are ways other than their own. Anyway, I'm currently working on a piece that's a little more about my actual 'Gender Journey' that should be ready in the next day or two.
Thanks for the support! It's appreciated, virtual or not :)