Additionally,
the Census does not ask questions regarding gender identity.
Transgender people may classify themselves by the gender they choose,
defining their identity as male or female as they see fit.

The

Census is not a panacea for all LGBT causes, but it definitely
provides us the opportunity to be counted. As we make our presence felt,
the pressure on our government officials and the public at large for
tolerance and equality creates a palpable effect.

It will be
another 10 years before the next Census — let’s make this one count.