HuffPost reports that several Democratic candidates are distancing themselves from their party on transgender rights, particularly transgender girls’ participation in school sports. The article describes criticism from LGBTQ rights advocates and some liberal supporters, alongside arguments that the positions may help candidates electorally.
Representative quoted criticizing the politicization of children’s bodies; the article identifies her as representing Michigan, unlike the Minnesota roster entry
Former senator and Senate candidate cited as taking a similar position
ALSO MENTIONED Amy Acton, Ohio gubernatorial candidate cited in the discussion of candidate positions and ratings; Gina Hinojosa, Texas gubernatorial candidate whose campaign ad is described; Rob Sand, Gubernatorial candidate whose stance drew a negative reaction at a town hall
Representative quoted criticizing the politicization of children’s bodies; the article identifies her as representing Michigan, unlike the Minnesota roster entry
Former senator and Senate candidate cited as taking a similar position
ALSO MENTIONED Amy Acton, Ohio gubernatorial candidate cited in the discussion of candidate positions and ratings; Gina Hinojosa, Texas gubernatorial candidate whose campaign ad is described; Rob Sand, Gubernatorial candidate whose stance drew a negative reaction at a town hall
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