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360. The J K Rowling Trans Saga Started With Me - Maya Forstater
Jan 18, 2024
Maya Forstater, a researcher whose gender critical beliefs were deemed not worthy of respect, discusses her involvement in the JK Rowling controversy and her employment tribunal case on belief discrimination. The podcast explores the negative impact of skewing statistics on women, financial implications of court judgments, and responses to gender identity criticisms. It also delves into JK Rowling's controversial tweet, the battle against transphobia, and provides information on following and supporting the organization SexMatters.
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- Protecting philosophical beliefs about sex and gender should be recognized and supported under the law.
- JK Rowling's support and advocacy had a significant impact on Maya Forstater's case and brought attention to the issue.
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Workplace Discrimination and Belief Protection
Maya Forstater discusses her experience of workplace discrimination due to her beliefs on sex and gender. She explains the importance of protecting philosophical beliefs and explores the question of whether believing that men and women are biologically different is protected under the law.
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