Washington and Colorado Voters Ban Transgender Athletes in School Sports
Two western states have passed measures to prohibit transgender participation in women's sports, a win for those defending traditional competition.
For many voters, the passage of Initiative 638 in Washington and Proposition 134 in Colorado represents a decisive step toward preserving fairness in school athletics.
Advocates such as Riley Gaines, who has spoken out on women's sports, have endured years of harassment, highlighting the contentious nature of the debate.
Matt Calkins said, "After years of threats and intimidation, the bullies in the women's sports debate finally lost," reflecting the sentiment of those who see the bans as a victory.
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Left-leaning Washington, Colorado join conservative states in banning trans athletes
Voters in Washington and Colorado have approved measures to ban transgender athletes from participating in school sports
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MATT CALKINS: After years of threats and intimidation, the bullies in the women's sports debate finally lost
Riley Gaines and advocates faced years of harassment, but Initiative 638 and Prop 134 passed in deep-blue Washington and Colorado nonetheless.
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- Voters in Washington and Colorado approved measures to ban transgender athletes from participating in school sports, according to ABC News.
- MATT CALKINS: "After years of threats and intimidation, the bullies in the women's sports debate finally lost"
- Initiative 638 passed in Washington, according to Fox News.
- Proposition 134 passed in Colorado, according to Fox News.
- Riley Gaines advocated on the issue of women's sports.
- Riley Gaines and advocates faced years of harassment, according to Fox News.
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