J.K. Rowling’s New Book Is Receiving Criticism For Transphobic Themes (via Fox411)
Critics also say the book appears to perpetuate stereotypes about trans people being violent and unstable when, in fact,The book's plot sparked Rowling to trend on Twitter again, with #RIPJKRowling, symbolizing the death of her writing career.The once-revered "Harry Potter" author has been repeatedly slammed on social media for her comments about trans people in the past.
"If sex isn’t real, there’s no same-sex attraction," Rowling wrote. "If sex isn’t real, the lived reality of women globally is erased. I know and love trans people, but erasing the concept of sex removes the ability of many to meaningfully discuss their lives. It isn’t hate to speak the truth."
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