Facebook allows nonbinary gender identities

[The Time Alliance]

Sure there is. It's just most people don't know it. I've given up on calling people offensive. It's life. It's not there to make you happy.

I know we're all ITGs here, but having Facebook include other genders or people asking you to call them by their preferred gender really shouldn't bother you in the slightest unless you deliberately misgender someone for the hell of it.

I'm not bothered.
And an ITG?

[Srboslavija]

I'm a genderless butterfly.

This "I identify as <insert animal here>" bullshit as an attempt to mock transgender rights has become extremely annoying.

Well, you've completely ignored the follow up posts, but that's nothing new.

I think the only way we are going to resolve our differences here is via hug.

[Regnum Dominae]

This "I identify as <insert animal here>" bullshit as an attempt to mock transgender rights has become extremely annoying.

Well, you've completely ignored the follow up posts, but that's nothing new.

I think the only way we are going to resolve our differences here is via hug.

Actually, I read through all the follow up posts. It was the same old thing that we've all heard a thousands times.

[Grenartia]

I'm a genderless butterfly.

This "I identify as <insert animal here>" bullshit as an attempt to mock transgender rights has become extremely annoying.

Indeed. The dogtoaster argument is really fucking annoying, because of how often we debunk it. It seems like we're having to debunk it every 5 seconds, and by the time we get done, somebody comes in and does it again.

[Mandicoria]

Good for them..... Still not gonna reactivate my account.

[Srboslavija]

Well, you've completely ignored the follow up posts, but that's nothing new.

I think the only way we are going to resolve our differences here is via hug.

Actually, I read through all the follow up posts. It was the same old thing that we've all heard a thousands times.

I'm sorry that you feel this way.

It is your prerogative to assume the butterfly was literal. For me the butterfly represents being "light on the feet", being free in the mind, body and soul - and being genderless removes the restriction to male or female constructs.

[Elmerna]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

[The Time Alliance]

I was serious when I said I wanted to be Classified as a "Pony" on Facebook. It's not being offensive unless you insult them. What that is is harmless fun. A joke.

You're making fun of the entire concept of gender identity when you do that.

No I'm not.... It's a simple joke. I'm not allowed to have fun? I'm not instituting anyone by having fun. It's not like I'm calling people who Gender Identify idiots. That would be offensive.

[Geilinor]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

[Olivaero]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

Wow. Apparently Leftism now means listening to medical professionals.

[Othelos]

Mocking people for having a different gender identity is just like mocking people for having a different sexual orientation.

It's not funny, it's offensive.

It's true. However Life's Offensive. Not everyone is nice. Get over it.

If you want respect, do the same for others.

Mocking people for having a different gender identity is just like mocking people for having a different sexual orientation.

It's not funny, it's offensive.

Your persecution complex aside, I'm actually try to illustrate how preposterous the statement that there is "an infinite number of possible genders" really is.

Not mocking any person or group.

Technically there could be a really high number, but I doubt it's so in reality. Most people are somewhere on the spectrum between male and female. The few that aren't are probably just a-gendered.

[Yakutikov]

On Gender, below female and male there should be custom, which allows you to enter an option on this list. Worked splendidly for me.

It's apparently not been rolled out in Ireland yet. I won't be using it myself, but it's a good idea nonetheless.

I'm in England and it doesn't work here :/ My cousin in Germany said it's not on his either. I don't think it's reached the EU.

[Elmerna]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights". The entire concept of multiple-gender people is entirely antithetical to the last 2000 years of European, Christian heritage. I'd rather have Islam to be the main religion of Europe than Atheism.

[Luveria]

I approve. This makes it easier to seek out those of my preferences.

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society.

Crossdressers and trans people are two different things. And no, "transvestitism" is not a blight. It's hawt when done well.

This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind.

Oh really? What about the idea that "male" and "female" are legitimate gender identities and no others are? What makes two social constructs more valid than others? Nothing does.

No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

The West isn't failing. It's more successful than the rest of the world.

Provide sources that people who can't decide their own gender are in power, or stop making up things.

[Liriena]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

Funny how the concept of non-binary gender identities has existed, and continues to exist, in countless non-Western nations. And let's not even delve into how ignorant of the science behind gender identity your assertions are.

[Othelos]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society.

What do transvestites have to do with this thread? Cross-dressing isn't the topic.

This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

The west isn't failing.

[Blasveck]

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights". The entire concept of multiple-gender people is entirely antithetical to the last 2000 years of European, Christian heritage. I'd rather have Islam to be the main religion of Europe than Atheism.

I'd normally ask you to prove that, but I'd rather not indulge in the rest of your lunacy, thanks.

[Luveria]

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights".

Oh stop making up things. Do you realize most trans females live in fear and secrecy because of discrimination and a very real risk of violence against them? They keep it secret that they are trans so they can gain attention?

[Liriena]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

Wow. Apparently Leftism now means listening to medical professionals.

No, you don't understand. Apparently, leftists control the scientific community in every field, from sociology to quantum mechanics, and every single piece of peer reviewed research that comes out of that community is commiejewllumifeminazi propaganda for crossdressing secular fundamentalist muslim gay necrozoopedophiles.

[Geilinor]

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights".

If people like you would agree that all people are entitled to certain basic rights, nobody would need to appeal for their rights.

[Othelos]

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights".

You need a source to back up your claims.

The entire concept of multiple-gender people is entirely antithetical to the last 2000 years of European, Christian heritage.

Not really. Have you heard of Two-Spirit people?

I'd rather have Islam to be the main religion of Europe than Atheism.

Atheism isn't a religion.

[Neutraligon]

1. There's no reason why respecting those with different gender identities can't be a human idea. It's not a leftist idea.
2. The West isn't failing.

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights". The entire concept of multiple-gender people is entirely antithetical to the last 2000 years of European, Christian heritage. I'd rather have Islam to be the main religion of Europe than Atheism.

I would appreciate you not calling me confused. I know very well I have no gender. Considering this is the only place I have actually mentioned it, and I have only mentioned it because I know there are those on this site who will support me, I am also not seeking attention. What the hell does the latter sentence have to do with the former?

[Liriena]

Those that consider themselves to be of multiple/no genders are confused. Either mentally or sexually, they seek to gain attention through presenting themselves as a unique sect that deserves "rights".

You need a source to back up your claims.

The entire concept of multiple-gender people is entirely antithetical to the last 2000 years of European, Christian heritage.

Not really. Have you heard of Two-Spirit people?

I'd rather have Islam to be the main religion of Europe than Atheism.

Atheism isn't a religion.

Furthermore, Islam can be remarkably accepting towards transsexual people.

[Srboslavija]

You're making fun of the entire concept of gender identity when you do that.

No I'm not.... It's a simple joke. I'm not allowed to have fun? I'm not instituting anyone by having fun. It's not like I'm calling people who Gender Identify idiots. That would be offensive.

Fair points.

It's a difficult balancing act on NSG because any perceived divergence from LGBT support is immediately treated as an "attack". It's understandable, but silly nonetheless.

[Luveria]

The concept of transvestism is a blight upon western society. This leftist idea of multiple-gender personalities is nothing more than a confusion of the mind. No wonder the west is failing, we have those who can't even decide their own gender in power.

Wow. Apparently Leftism now means listening to medical professionals.

Yeah, it really does. Reality has a leftist slant to it. Homosexuality is known to be as legitimate as heterosexuality, and trans people are given treatments found to help them. You can see why that creates problems for someone opposed to social equality when it's a result of the medical profession advancing.