Radio Atlantic Sarah McBride Is Used to the Hate
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Apr 17, 2025 
Sarah McBride is a groundbreaking figure as the first openly trans member of Congress and a passionate advocate for transgender rights. In this engaging conversation, she shares her childhood dreams, including meeting Joe Biden, and reflects on navigating Congress amidst rising anti-trans sentiment. McBride discusses the complexities of representation, challenges of misgendering, and the importance of empathy in advocacy. Highlighting the dichotomy of hope and despair among younger generations, she emphasizes resilience and the critical need for inclusive political action.
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Mace's Bill
- Two weeks after Sarah McBride became the first openly trans member of Congress, Representative Nancy Mace introduced a bill forbidding transgender women from using female restrooms.
- Mace confirmed this was a direct response to McBride's win, stating discomfort with "a man" or "someone with a penis" in women's spaces.
Misgendering Incident
- Representative Keith Self misgendered McBride during a House hearing, calling her "Mr. McBride."
- McBride responded with "Madam Chair," prompting Self to repeat his introduction.
Congress as Reality TV
- McBride observes that Congress resembles a reality TV show, where performative acts gain attention.
- She points out that picking fights and creating drama seems to define success for some Republican members.