I think she's in a tough spot. She's a politician where it seems to her the best approach is to try and work with the people who aren't on the far political sides of the spectrum. I agree with her, that there's a lot of people who just want to be met where they are and have a conversation. To try and enact change and turn the tide by steadily picking away at it, and not using fiery, loud language to do so.
But then, there's the real and present danger of the current US administration and the changes they're making that affect trans people right now. Affects their livelihood, their health, their well being. Along with all the other battles that they have been battling for years. And so those people don't want gentle and inch by inch converstion, they want alarm bells and help right now.
I don't envy her position. I think she makes some really solid points, but also can understand why many in the trans community are not happy with the interview.
*I'll caveat the above by stating that I am not deeply educated in this matter, so if there are any gaps in my knowledge or statements which might not be valid, I'm always open to learning more. Thanks Corsi for the video.
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