CNN One Thing A Black Minister, His Trans Daughter and a Family's Journey to Acceptance
Jun 25, 2023
A Black minister's journey to accept his trans daughter, anti-LGBTQ legislation, transgender individual's fear, South Korea's gender-affirming treatment, acceptance challenges for black trans women.
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Backlash Against LGBTQ+ Rights
- Anti-LGBTQ+ legislation is increasing, fueled by religious conservatism and seen as a backlash against LGBTQ+ progress.
- This legislation aims to permit discrimination based on religious beliefs, despite advancements like same-sex marriage legalization.
Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation
- Hundreds of anti-LGBTQ+ bills target issues like gender-affirming care, impacting trans youth.
- Proponents argue such care is harmful, while medical experts and advocates emphasize its importance for trans individuals.
Kaya Johnson's Story
- Kaya Johnson, a trans woman, was outed on social media before she could come out to her minister father.
- She feared rejection, but her parents prioritized love and acceptance, though her father still struggles with pronouns.