The art of complimenting trans people

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The art of complimenting trans people
The Bilerico Project
Filed by: Guest Blogger
September 15, 2010 1:30 PM


http://www.bilerico.com/2010/09/the_art_of_complimenting_trans_people.php


The next time you encounter a transgender person, do not tell them "You're very brave" or empathetically smile while offering a knowing "You look good." We hate that s*it.

We know in your mind you're trying to be nice; you're trying to let us know "Hey, I'm cool with transgender people. I support you." Undoubtedly, these comments come from a good place. However, you should know they land with mixed feelings at best, and resentment at worst.