A Case For Hope: The Victories Trans People Won In 2023

[Davie]

2023 was one of the toughest years for transgender people ever, but it was not without its victories. I list the biggest ones here.

https://www.erininthemorning.com/p/a-case-for-hope-the-victories-trans

[VickySGV]

It is interesting, but all too human, to hear the storm and thunder going into these negative legislative and judicial assaults being unleashed against us.  The 78 high points that Erin cites here (90 actually since one mentions 12 high points in one instance) are actually only briefly showcased in public attention and almost "swept under the rug" without a whisper by those who were fiercely vocal in pushing against our requests for dignity. 

 

I am not the advocate for "Trans Rights" that some mistake me for, my push is only for TRANS DIGNITY and the simple assent to our using rights we already have and stand happy with.   Trans People whom I am overjoyed to know and to be part of do not in and of themselves lower the dignity of ANY Cis/Het person by intention, (Cis/Hets do that to themselves by fear and violence by proxy in legislation), nor do we pose any threat to their safety. 

[Carolyn Marie]

Sometimes we all get overwhelmed by the negative news, and forget the many good things that happened.  I suppose it's human nature.  It's great to be reminded of the positives.  Here's the thing, though; all those court victories would not have been necessary in the first place if the legislatures would have just left us alone.  Let's hope they've learned their lesson.

 

Carolyn Marie

[KayC]

Thank you @Davie for posting Erin's link, and everybody's comments.

18 hours ago, VickySGV said:

my push is only for TRANS DIGNITY and the simple assent to our using rights we already have and stand happy with.

and ^THIS^

[Kasumi63]

Great to see Erin's site, too. I've seen her on TikTok many times, so it was good to be made aware of her website!

[Davie]

On 1/1/2024 at 11:48 AM, VickySGV said:

I am not the advocate for "Trans Rights" that some mistake me for, my push is only for TRANS DIGNITY and the simple assent to our using rights we already have and stand happy with.   Trans People whom I am overjoyed to know and to be part of do not in and of themselves lower the dignity of ANY Cis/Het person by intention, (Cis/Hets do that to themselves by fear and violence by proxy in legislation), nor do we pose any threat to their safety. 

Thanks so much @VickySGVYour words are a major reason I come to this site. Good sense runs the long race. —Davie