The Fraying LGBT Political Coalition

The LGBT political coalition appears to be showing signs of strain. It’s unusual for members of the LGB community to feel that the demands of the T segment are too much. While I appreciate their role in resisting what some might call trans tyranny, I find myself concerned about aligning with the LGBS on a crucial issue. It seems to me that in order to push back against the rise of trans rights, we might need to reconsider, or possibly even reverse, some of the advancements related to what are often seen as “gay interests,” including the issue of gay marriage.

There’s a significant connection between the movement for “gay marriage” and some of the public documentation changes we’re seeing today—whether it’s myths about how one is “born” or the different aspects of custody. The foundational concepts behind redefining marriage have inadvertently supported key tenets of transactivism. I was once very enthusiastic about marriage discussions, especially back during Proposition 8 in California. The casual dismissal of our debates around that time still sticks with me. Perhaps it’s worth revisiting those discussions.

Government’s Role in Defining Biological Truths

One starting point is how public documents are being rewritten for ideological reasons. Trans activists are asserting a right to alter birth certificates. There’s a fair amount of recognition across the political spectrum of the problems that come with allowing this. Interestingly, some critics of transgenderism, like Andrew Sullivan, previously supported “gay marriage” but seem to overlook the fact that the removal of gender requirements in marriage has normalized this very process.

In several states, marriage licenses and birth certificates have been transformed; partners are now just labeled as “partners,” and “mother” and “father” have become gender-neutral terms like “parents.” This has allowed for up to three individuals to be recognized legally as parents on a birth certificate in places like California. The shift has fundamentally changed how parent-child relationships are viewed, detaching them from biological realities.

Certainly, reflecting on the discussions surrounding marriage redefinition reveals that, at the time, many people didn’t fully appreciate the implications.

The “Born” Myth

The fight for gay rights and marriage laid the groundwork for transgenderism by advancing the idea of “being born” into the wrong body. Many activists contend that individuals are simply “born in the wrong body.” This notion raises eyebrows and leads to skepticism, especially within the framework of biological sciences. Some skeptics go so far as to argue that this is a viable concept. Yet, large-scale research has debunked the existence of a specific “gay gene,” showing only modest genetic contributions to what we term sexual orientation.

Prior research on identical twins should have put an end to the idea of being “born gay.” Since these twins share the same genes and prenatal environment, you’d assume that if one is “gay,” the other would be too. But the alignment rate is around 30%. This, perhaps, reflects the complexities of human behavior rather than any simple biological determinism.

Therefore, the T demands for altering fundamental social structures appear to follow the trajectory set by L’s and G’s aspirations.

The Wedge between Parents and Children

One of the more concerning aspects of the pro-trans agenda is how it appears to encroach on parental rights and efforts to direct how children develop. The former Trump Administration’s order aimed at halting federal support for trans initiatives, which was complex, yet many public schools continue to promote pro-trans narratives.

Some states are now defining child abuse as something that includes parents who don’t affirm their children’s claimed identities. “Sanctuary states” are reportedly offering refuge to children seeking medical care without parental consent. In Maryland, parents had to fight their way to the Supreme Court to shield their children from state-sponsored indoctrination.

Reflecting back, I remember the arguments during Proposition 8 when we warned that enforcing “gay marriage” would expose children to alternative viewpoints in schools. Many dismissed these concerns.

Fast forward nearly two decades, we see parents like Scott Smith facing legal issues after his daughter was assaulted in a restroom by a boy claiming to be a girl. This shocking incident drives home the complexities of the issues at hand.

Can we pause to consider that advocates for natural marriage may have had some valid points?

Facing the Facts

The successful push for “gay marriage” has undeniably contributed to the altering of public documents, spread myths surrounding being “born” a certain way, and introduced issues related to custody and parental rights. I truly respect and value the contributions from the LGB community in challenging the parental agenda, but I urge a reconsideration of support for the pro-sex agenda. It wasn’t simply a harmless progression of freedoms; the ramifications warrant careful examination. We must confront the consequences of document forgery, the myth of being “born gay,” and advocate for parental rights. If the LGB community can assist in that effort, I believe it would be a significant step forward.