Value of Debate and Open Exchange of Ideas

The activists believe in the unequivocal acceptance of trans women as women, viewing any attempt to debate this as transphobic hate speech. Their stance is represented by the slogan 'no debate,' which, though alarming to some, highlights a concerning trend towards authoritarianism and fundamentalism. The refusal to engage in debate can lead to silencing, bullying, and other extreme actions, as evidenced by attacks on feminists labeled as TERFs.

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