California has long been a leader in the United States when it comes to transgender legislation. Since 2004, the California Gender Non-Discrimination Act has protected transgender people from discrimination within public life, including employment, housing, and education. Until recently, California has served as a haven for transgender people. Republican Assemblymember Kate Sanchez has emerged as […]
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Transgender sex workers disproportionately vulnerable to COVID-19 pandemic in the Dominican Republic
The COVID-19 pandemic is already a significant issue in the Dominican Republic. The country reached 100,000 cases by September 2020, and over 250,000 by March 2021, reducing key economic activities like tourism. Consequently, the pandemic has posed financial difficulties for many Dominicans, increasing global poverty rates and reducing healthcare accessibility. Specifically, 40,000 jobs have been […]
Double Standards in the Olympics and Beyond
Marginalized groups are running an entirely different race Utilizing Caster Semenya as an entryway into the discussion, this article aims to understand the correlation between the treatment of marginalized groups in national and international sports and their treatment in the United States. Semenya, a women’s track competitor, has been embroiled in a legal battle against […]
Transitions: Transgender Rights in Pakistan and Iran
In May 2018, the Pakistani parliament passed the Transgender Person (Protection of Rights) Act, enacting strong protections for transgender rights. Pakistani society, as well as South Asian society more broadly, contains individuals of a third gender called Khwaja Sirah, who are born with male anatomy but wear clothing generally thought of as female. To the west of […]
M, F, or X: The New Third Gender Option in California
Male or Female. Check one. A perfunctory flick of the wrist, and onto the next question. For many, filling out government forms constitutes a mechanical, mind-numbing experience, about as intellectually stimulating as watching paint dry. Yet the empty boxes awaiting their desired check mark are not so innocuous as many assume. They compose a restrictive […]
Gender Identity in Trump’s Military
“After consultation with my Generals and military experts, please be advised that the United States Government will not accept or allow…” Silence. Nine minutes later, he tweets: “The United States Government will not accept or allow Transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. Military” (26 July 2017). Despite the controversy caused by […]
Angelina Jolie and Being Transgender: Why Your Body Does Not Define You
Angelina Jolie is one of the most famous women in the world. She’s an accomplished actress and producer, as well as a well-known philanthropist and a beauty icon. Along with news about her most recent film, she most recently graced the headlines of popular media due to her decision to undergo preventative surgery and have […]