First came the trans tipping point – now we've got the backlashhttp://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/apr/21/transgender-rights-backlash-anti-lgbt-legislationThe Guardian
Tiq Milan
April 21, 2016
Over the last few years, trans people have been visible like never before, with several television shows and reality series showcasing their lived experience. More people are coming out, too, sparking dialogues at schools, workplaces and homes. That increased cultural prominence has led to more acceptance than ever, yes, but also to an uncloaking of an ongoing strain of anti-trans prejudice and hatred.
Curt Schilling's vile remarks, for which he has rightly been fired from ESPN, are part of this. So are the new anti-LGBT – but particularly anti-trans – laws that have been proposed recently. With them, we've been reminded that the southern United States still has not shaken its legacy of intolerance and moral panic when it comes to the inclusion and equality of anyone who isn't straight, white and Christian*****************************************
