Finding flaws in the arguments against the ‘bathroom bill’
I’ve written quite a bit about nondiscrimination  and hate crimes legislation in New England states, as well as here in Pennsylvania, and done my part to debunk the myth of “the bathroom bill.” I haven’t been too aware of posts in this dialogue by transpersons (I haven’t really looked) but today, I came across this one, and wanted to highlight it. It is a good read, and she makes a valid argument.
Unfortunately, the fear mongering strategy behind this moniker has been successful. Fear often is, and even thoughtful people have fallen into its trap.
Sexual predation is a crime, and will be prosecuted as a crime, no matter if the person is allowed to be present in the facility or not. Men already perpetrate crimes against women in restrooms. They don’t need trans-protective legislation to do that.
My favorite spin on the  argument is when conservatives suggest how harmful it would be for a young child to see a transitioning man in a woman’s room, yet they never stop and consider the ramification of their actions. So, if you can only use a restroom matching your birth sex, then FTM transpersons will be in the women’s room. Imagine “Christian Mother” explaining to their 9 year old daughter that this person with facial hair and muscular frame is in there because of a law she- Christian Mom- worked so hard to stop.
Inclusive ENDA creates a more safe environment for everyone- just the opposite of the scare tactics suggest.
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