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Chapter 5: The Tweets

The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling

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I Stand With JK Ruling

After JK Ruling's essay, MuggleNet called her comments harmful to trans people. At least two British schools removed Ruling's name from houses they had titled in her honour. Players of Quidditch, the fictional sport she invented, ultimately changed its name to dissociate themselves from her. The backlash had far more impact on women who lack Ruling's power and privilege. They are not up for debate. We cannot be reasoned out of existence. Our demand is simple. Fire Kathleen Stock.

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