How the right-wing media machine turns violence & tragedy into using trans people as scapegoats
Researchers found that when tragedy unfolds, some seek to falsely blame transgender people.
July 02 2025 1:38 PM
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Researchers found that when tragedy unfolds, some seek to falsely blame transgender people.
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