A local artist scheduled to participate in the upcoming Juneteenth event in Somerset will not be doing so after a video recording of him making insensitive comments has come to
May 15, 2021
5 hrs ago
PFLAG Somerset KY was disappointed to see local trans voices left out of Jeff Neal s column published on transgender inclusion in sports. Transgender athletes should have equal access to the benefits of sports and playing alongside the peers they identify with. They deserve to be protected by Title IX, not bullied by state legislatures or opinion pieces. We implore lawmakers and journalists to begin seeking local trans voices to chime in on LGBTQ+-centered issues rather than shining spotlights on rich, privileged, famous ones.
Involvement in sports provides all athletes with a sense of belonging, the experience of being part of a team, social engagement, and physical activity. Participation increases self-esteem and improves grades regardless of ability or gender identity. There is no scientific evidence that supports the claim that transgender athletes negatively impact the level of fairness within a sport. In fact, several national women s ath