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Transgender people should use the bathroom that matches their identity
This position holds that transgender people should use the bathroom matching their gender identity, as a matter of basic dignity. It argues that trans women are not predators, that trans identities are valid, and that using the corresponding facilities keeps transgender people safer.
Supporting arguments · 4
- Trans identities are validBeing a trans woman is no different to being a cis woman, and they should not face different treatment.
- It would make non-conforming cisgender people more comfortableAnyone whose gender presentation does not align with society's conventions would face fewer difficulties.
- Transgender people will be saferNavigating the world as a visibly trans person is dangerous and taking away bathroom choice makes it even more so.
- Trans women are not predatorsThe main argument against self identification is that trans people are a danger, but this is deeply untrue.