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Re:Misperceptions of the opponent fringe and miscalibration ...
by kelseyfrog on Wednesday May 11, 2022 @12:57PM
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This is a really good example that demonstrates what happens when a trans person stands up for themselves. Thank you for providing it so that others can witness that the careful steps we take aren't enough to prevent the abuse we experience.
Re:Misperceptions of the opponent fringe and miscalibration ...
by banannaise on Wednesday May 11, 2022 @01:23PM
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The real racism is when people calmly explain to you that the position you are arguing is extremely insensitive to minority groups. ????
It's really at this step where things start to take a wrong turn. I truly believe you're acting in good faith, so please take this as a gentle suggestion. Rather than telling trans/black/etc people anything, pause and really listen.
We are already told how to do everything else in our lives, being told how to stand up for ourselves and how to fight for our rights feels like another example of the same pattern. A better question is, "How can we help?" or "What do you need?"