J.K. Rowling returns human rights award amid criticism from organization

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The question of 'do we support this person even though they are now part of our group but were previously not' is stupid. The question is not 'how harmed by discrimination are they', because that question divides groups that are being harmed for a game of misery poker. The questions are 'are they being harmed by discrimination right now, or still dealing with the consequences of previously done harm' and 'what is the most resource efficient way of addressing the harm done.'

And don't forget that those connections and other resources trans people build up before they transition or become open about being transgender? Those can be quite useful, if you can convince them that it's worthwhile to support you. That's a whole lot easier when you support them right back.