Donald Trump Jr. falsely linked the suspect in the assassination of Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and attempted murder of other Democratic lawmakers, Vance Boelter, to the “radical transgender movement,” despite Boelter’s own anti-trans statements. Boelter, a cisgender man, allegedly murdered Rep. Hortman and attempted to murder other elected officials and their families. Contrary to Trump Jr.’s claims, data overwhelmingly demonstrates that transgender individuals are far more likely to be victims of violence than perpetrators. Boelter’s anti-trans views were expressed in videos where he described transgender people as “confused” individuals corrupted by “the enemy.”
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Controversial social media personality Andrew Tate is facing a new lawsuit filed by his ex-girlfriend, Brianna Stern, alleging sexual assault, battery, and gender violence stemming from an encounter at the Beverly Hills Hotel. The lawsuit details a pattern of alleged abuse, including physical violence, verbal threats, and manipulative behavior starting in Romania. Tate’s attorney dismissed the allegations as a “blatant cash grab,” while Stern seeks a restraining order and damages, stating she hopes to prevent Tate from further harming women. This lawsuit adds to Tate’s existing legal challenges, including criminal charges in Romania and accusations in the US and UK.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene’s threat to physically assault Sarah McBride, a transgender congresswoman, just days before the Trans Day of Remembrance, is deeply disturbing. It’s not just the blatant threat of violence; it’s the chilling context of the statement, delivered on the eve of a day dedicated to remembering those murdered due to transphobia. The casual cruelty of the threat, coupled with the timing, underscores a deliberate attempt to incite fear and hatred.
Greene’s justification for the potential assault centers around McBride’s use of women’s restrooms in the Capitol building. This framing of transgender women using women’s facilities as an act of assault itself reveals a profound misunderstanding, or perhaps a cynical misrepresentation, of both transgender identity and the very concept of assault.… Continue reading
Donald Trump’s latest campaign, marked by a surge in misogynistic rhetoric, has resonated deeply with his supporters, creating a climate of heightened animosity towards women. This alarming trend, as analyzed by Michelle Goldberg and Heather McGhee, suggests a dangerous backlash is brewing among women, fueled by the normalization of misogyny in the public sphere. The consequences of this escalating hostility could be far-reaching, potentially impacting women’s political and social participation, as well as their overall safety and well-being.
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I cannot begin to fathom the horror and pain that comes with the news of a 14-year-old transgender teen being brutally murdered and dismembered. The senseless violence and lack of regard for human life displayed in this case is truly chilling. As a parent, the mere thought of something so heinous happening to my own child at such a young age brings tears to my eyes.
The fact that the suspect did not even attempt to cover his tracks and the details surrounding the case are so disturbing that it leaves a deep sense of sadness and despair. My heart goes out to the parents of the victim, who must be going through unimaginable grief and sorrow at this moment.… Continue reading
Transgender girl stabbed 14 times in alleged murder attempt at party
In a shocking display of hate and violence, an 18-year-old transgender girl was brutally attacked at a roller-skating party. The assailants, driven by transphobia, subjected her to slurs and stabbed her a staggering 14 times. This heinous act of violence leaves many of us questioning the state of our society and the deep-rooted prejudices that continue to harm marginalized communities.
What is particularly disturbing is the media’s attempt to humanize the perpetrator in this case. We see descriptions of her appearance, her emotional state, and even her tearful plea for her mother.… Continue reading
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