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Finally, there is one more important reason for this veto. I must admit, I am not an expert on
transgenderism. I struggle to understand so much of it and the science is conflicting. When in
doubt however, I always try to err on the side of kindness, mercy and compassion. I also try to
get proximate and I am learning so much from our transgender community. They are great kids
who face enormous struggles. Here are the numbers that have most impacted my decision:
75,000, 4, 1, 86 and 56.
● 75,000 high school kids participating in high school sports in Utah.
● 4 transgender kids playing high school sports in Utah.
● 1 transgender student playing girls sports.
● 86% of trans youth reporting suicidality.
● 56% of trans youth having attempted suicide
Four kids and only one of them playing girls sports. That’s what all of this is about. Four kids
who aren’t dominating or winning trophies or taking scholarships. Four kids who are just trying
to find some friends and feel like they are a part of something. Four kids trying to get through
each day. Rarely has so much fear and anger been directed at so few. I don’t understand what
they are going through or why they feel the way they do. But I want them to live. And all the
research shows that even a little acceptance and connection can reduce suicidality significantly.
For that reason, as much as any other, I have taken this action in the hope that we can continue to
work together and find a better way. If a veto override occurs, I hope we can work to find ways
to show these four kids that we love them and they have a place in our state.
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This post was edited by Sioux on Apr 13 2022 11:02am