I've seen references to the concept of the "trans umbrella" that includes drag queens/kings, transvestites, cross-dressers, etc. I think that's an attempt to make the trans community seem more robust but instead it dilutes it all to meaninglessness.
By removing both -vestite and -sexual, the size of the group (and, more to the point, the activists' audiences) is artificially enlarged.
Everything to do with "trans" is about getting attention. The identity part is nothing but a pretext for outrage, which itself is just another way to get attention.
“Another example is when people are called "transphobic" if they object to drag performances for children.”
This, especially, is so weird to me. Drag queens are literally men in dresses. That’s what they describe themselves as.
To argue that objecting to these men cavorting in front of children is “transphobic” is…interesting.
I've seen references to the concept of the "trans umbrella" that includes drag queens/kings, transvestites, cross-dressers, etc. I think that's an attempt to make the trans community seem more robust but instead it dilutes it all to meaninglessness.
By removing both -vestite and -sexual, the size of the group (and, more to the point, the activists' audiences) is artificially enlarged.
Everything to do with "trans" is about getting attention. The identity part is nothing but a pretext for outrage, which itself is just another way to get attention.
I doubt I could endure an American workplace now.
Exhibit A: https://www.womenarehuman.com/under-transgender-theory-women-and-girls-are-passive-objects-enabling-male-escapism/ You've probably already read this but if not, it makes your point quite well.
Drag is a sexual fetish - which is fine. I'm not here to rain on any adult's consensual kink. But sexual fetishes are NOT for kids. Jeez Louise.