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Being 'out' and transgender - at the age of 9

Started by Natasha, July 25, 2010, 12:57:07 AM

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Natasha

July 25, 2010, 12:57:07 AM
Being 'out' and transgender - at the age of 9

http://azstarnet.com/news/blogs/health/article_6812221a-950a-11df-a357-001cc4c03286.html
Stephanie Innes
7/24/10

There's some debate within the transgender community about whether one should be 'out.'

In other words, should someone who was born biologically male and then grows up to identify as female go public with that information?

"Usualy there are a few of us (adults) who take that on," says Alison Davison, coordinator of the Southern Arizona Gender Alliance. "Many transgender folks prefer to live what we call a 'stealth' existence.

"If they are transsexual, they will go through the stages of transition and often do their best to quietly blend in. There are philosophical and political discussions about the importance of being 'out.'
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