Thanks, Bill! There's obviously a lot going on, so sometimes I feel like I'm shouting into the void with the CCC stuff despite its importance. I'm glad some people are noticing.
Happy Black History month. I think it's important to recognize that the anti trans hatred is closely linked to misogyny and misogynoir-- the misogynist white supremacists are still fighting on the race and gender front, and they are using anti trans violence and dehumanization to bolster the idea that women are weak, in need of protection, and primarily defined by the ability to bear children, and that one would never *choose* to be a woman. They're also using it to question the humanity of women and trans people of color in particular and elevate whiteness as essential to womanhood (Castor Semanya is the immediate example that comes to mind. That boxer at the Olympics, as well) Meanwhile they appoint racists to powerful positions, gut title 9, end protection for pregnant students, end funding and information about women's health care... Etc.
Anyway. You know.
For Black History month I also wanted to share this info about Sojourner Truth's speech. The part that you quoted was likely a "folksified" retelling from a white woman.
Thanks, Bill! There's obviously a lot going on, so sometimes I feel like I'm shouting into the void with the CCC stuff despite its importance. I'm glad some people are noticing.
Of course! Keep up the good work it’s important stuff
Happy Black History month. I think it's important to recognize that the anti trans hatred is closely linked to misogyny and misogynoir-- the misogynist white supremacists are still fighting on the race and gender front, and they are using anti trans violence and dehumanization to bolster the idea that women are weak, in need of protection, and primarily defined by the ability to bear children, and that one would never *choose* to be a woman. They're also using it to question the humanity of women and trans people of color in particular and elevate whiteness as essential to womanhood (Castor Semanya is the immediate example that comes to mind. That boxer at the Olympics, as well) Meanwhile they appoint racists to powerful positions, gut title 9, end protection for pregnant students, end funding and information about women's health care... Etc.
Anyway. You know.
For Black History month I also wanted to share this info about Sojourner Truth's speech. The part that you quoted was likely a "folksified" retelling from a white woman.
https://www.thesojournertruthproject.com/
Second person to bring that up! Really appreciate the link. Already have a short section on the folksification, will certainly add this!