Protect rights of transgender athletes, ensure sports inclusion

To: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sen. Padilla, Sen. Schiff

From: A constituent in Los Angeles, CA

February 7

The NCAA's recent decision to bar transgender women from competing in women's college sports stems directly from President Trump's executive order barring transgender girls and women from playing in women's sports at federally funded educational institutions. Transgender women are women, and denying them the right to participate in athletics based solely on their gender identity is a violation of their fundamental human rights and dignity. Transgender athletes deserve the same opportunities and protections as their cisgender peers. They should not be subjected to unfair scrutiny, policing of their bodies, or exclusion from sports simply because of who they are. This discriminatory policy marginalizes an already vulnerable community and sets a dangerous precedent. Challenging policies like the president's executive order and the NCAA's resulting ban is crucial to upholding equality, fairness, and respect for all.

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