Transgender Swimmer Leah Thomas Breaks Barriers and Breaks Women's Swimming Records

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Leah Thomas, a swimmer at the University of Pennsylvania who competed on the men's team as a freshman sophomore and junior transitioned. Many argued that it's unfair for someone who went through male puberty to join the women's team. I believe that we all should feel comfortable with who we are in our own skin. But I think sports should all be played at an even playing field. And Caitlyn Jenner. It is just not fair.

The movement for trans rights hits its stride in the early 2010s, but encounters fierce resistance from an unexpected source. J.K. Rowling watches the battle unfold with mounting unease.

Produced by Andy Mills, Matthew Boll, and Megan Phelps-Roper, with special thanks to Candace Mittel Kahn and Emily Yoffe.

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