North Carolina Passes "Anti-LGBT" Bill

[Wallenburg]

Juma, a question. If this law, isn't, as the Charlotte Observer says, "as bad" as its being made out to be, then why hasn't McCrory said that the bathroom discrimination is "only voluntary"? Why have he and others instead doubled down on "hurr durr raypists"? Would it not make sense that he and the general assembly would have an easier time digging their state out of this hole by saying "no, it doesn't mandate bathroom discrimination, it only allows businesses to choose it" instead of resorting to a myth that has been debunked countless times?

To be fair, Republican politicians have a tendency to mash the bullshit button whenever they feel threatened, even when they have much better options. Of course, I doubt this equally dubious myth that the bill only applies to private businesses, and simply allows them to decide what policy to set.

[Jumalariik]

Juma, a question. If this law, isn't, as the Charlotte Observer says, "as bad" as its being made out to be, then why hasn't McCrory said that the bathroom discrimination is "only voluntary"? Why have he and others instead doubled down on "hurr durr raypists"? Would it not make sense that he and the general assembly would have an easier time digging their state out of this hole by saying "no, it doesn't mandate bathroom discrimination, it only allows businesses to choose it" instead of resorting to a myth that has been debunked countless times?

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

[The Rich Port]

Juma, a question. If this law, isn't, as the Charlotte Observer says, "as bad" as its being made out to be, then why hasn't McCrory said that the bathroom discrimination is "only voluntary"? Why have he and others instead doubled down on "hurr durr raypists"? Would it not make sense that he and the general assembly would have an easier time digging their state out of this hole by saying "no, it doesn't mandate bathroom discrimination, it only allows businesses to choose it" instead of resorting to a myth that has been debunked countless times?

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

... That wasn't his question.

His question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

[Jumalariik]

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

... That wasn't his question.

His question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

I don't know. Well thanks for the correction on my answer. But yeah, It's hard to say. The lawmakers do seem not to be handling this so well. ;/

[The Rich Port]

... That wasn't his question.

His question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

I don't know. Well thanks for the correction on my answer. But yeah, It's hard to say. The lawmakers do seem not to be handling this so well. ;/

As Indiana has shown, there's no good way to handle this except to repeal it, technically or literally.

[Salandriagado]

I'm a convicted sex offender. I am male, always have been, and always identified as one. I am heterosexual.

Today, I feel like a woman. I think I'll use the women's restroom.

You can't deny me access to it. That's discriminatory. It doesn't matter how uncomfortable anyone else feels, even if they are the majority. You have to take my word for how I feel on the inside, because nobody can prove if I legitimately feel this way. My word is as good as any other person. You can't accuse me of lying because of the way I dress, that's discriminatory as well! I'm allowed to dress and express myself in any way I'd like.

THAT is the problem with this transgender bathroom BS. There's no reason to upset more people to satisfy less.

Personally, if this is seriously going to happen on a grand scale, I think it should be completely up to the business, honestly. I don't agree with it, but apparently my local Target does, whatever.

(PS, I'm not actually a sex offender, nor am I feeling like a woman today)

Immediate solution: have gender-neutral toilet facilities everywhere. Problem solved.

[Grenartia]

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

... That wasn't his their question.

His Their question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

Indeed. Also, fixed.

[The Rich Port]

... That wasn't his their question.

His Their question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

Indeed. Also, fixed.

Oh, sorry.

[Grenartia]

... That wasn't his question.

His question was why they haven't claimed that this is what the law is about as opposed to it being... Anything else.

I don't know. Well thanks for the correction on my answer. But yeah, It's hard to say. The lawmakers do seem not to be handling this so well. ;/

I have a potential reason why. Perhaps it is because what I and others have been saying about this law is accurate, and you and the Charlotte Observer have it wrong.

[Wallenburg]

Immediate solution: have gender-neutral toilet facilities everywhere. Problem solved.

But that's too easy! How dare you take away the right to oppress people based on their jiggly (or not-so-jiggly) bits!

[The Alexanderians]

Immediate solution: have gender-neutral toilet facilities everywhere. Problem solved.

But that's too easy! How dare you take away the right to oppress people based on their jiggly (or not-so-jiggly) bits!

I'm....really not sure what to make of this satire.

[Grenartia]

Indeed. Also, fixed.

Oh, sorry.

Its alright. I know people tend to forget even after reading my sig. I know you didn't mean anything by it.

[Wallenburg]

But that's too easy! How dare you take away the right to oppress people based on their jiggly (or not-so-jiggly) bits!

I'm....really not sure what to make of this satire.

Just enjoy it, man.

[The Rich Port]

Oh, sorry.

Its alright. I know people tend to forget even after reading my sig. I know you didn't mean anything by it.

I don't pay attention to most things in general so I hadn't even read your sig yet.

ADD will do that to ya.

Oh look a butterfly.

[Grenartia]

Its alright. I know people tend to forget even after reading my sig. I know you didn't mean anything by it.

I don't pay attention to most things in general so I hadn't even read your sig yet.

ADD will do that to ya.

Oh look a butterfly.

I see. I've got ADHD, too, so--Ooh, shiny!

[Vassenor]

Well, it's nice to see that some people still do not understand the separation of church and state.

The legislature is not there to enforce Christian morals.

[Threlizdun]

Juma, a question. If this law, isn't, as the Charlotte Observer says, "as bad" as its being made out to be, then why hasn't McCrory said that the bathroom discrimination is "only voluntary"? Why have he and others instead doubled down on "hurr durr raypists"? Would it not make sense that he and the general assembly would have an easier time digging their state out of this hole by saying "no, it doesn't mandate bathroom discrimination, it only allows businesses to choose it" instead of resorting to a myth that has been debunked countless times?

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

Didn't you once support LGBTQIA rights because you felt God supported them? This regression is a troubling development.

[Jumalariik]

You know, I don't disagree with you. I think the law is not perfect, I do think though that it is a good law in many ways. I think that many obvious improvements could be made to the law.

Didn't you once support LGBTQIA rights because you felt God supported them? This regression is a troubling development.

I support the rights of all people to live in society. I do think that religious freedom is also very important. I would not discriminate upon LGBT people, but I think that those who would not want to serve them unfortunately should have that right. I think that Scriptural evidence indicates that God loves all people unconditionally and we should do the same. If that answers your question.

[Neutraligon]

Didn't you once support LGBTQIA rights because you felt God supported them? This regression is a troubling development.

I support the rights of all people to live in society. I do think that religious freedom is also very important. I would not discriminate upon LGBT people, but I think that those who would not want to serve them unfortunately should have that right. I think that Scriptural evidence indicates that God loves all people unconditionally and we should do the same. If that answers your question.

How far should that right extend? Should that right extend to the only grocery store within 20 miles? How about the only gas station? The right you are trying to give people place others in direct danger.

[Val Halla]

I support the rights of all people to live in society. I do think that religious freedom is also very important. I would not discriminate upon LGBT people, but I think that those who would not want to serve them unfortunately should have that right. I think that Scriptural evidence indicates that God loves all people unconditionally and we should do the same. If that answers your question.

How far should that right extend? Should that right extend to the only grocery store within 20 miles? How about the only gas station? The right you are trying to give people place others in direct danger.

I know it's an over used phrase but it's really true. "Your freedom ends when mine begins". You can have your views and your freedoms. But they shouldn't impede mine. You can disagree with trans people, protest about it. But that doesn't mean you should stop me being able to piss.

[Vassenor]

Looks like at least one NC school district has said it will not sanction students who assault trans* students in the toilets.

[Renewed Imperial Germany]

Looks like at least one NC school district has said it will not sanction students who assault trans* students in the toilets.

Pepper spray is more useful when one must walk among Republicans.

[Gauthier]

Looks like at least one NC school district has said it will not sanction students who assault trans* students in the toilets.

Gang beatings of trans students declared group self defense. Joy.

[The New Falkland Islands]

It violates Title VII. Why is this still a debate? I can't believe people...

[Renewed Imperial Germany]

It violates Title VII. Why is this still a debate? I can't believe people...

Because RepublicansMuh Buybul.