The federal judge ruled that a transgender teacher in Tallahassee, Florida, can use 'Ms.' and female pronouns instead of being referred to as 'Mr.' or 'teacher', citing First Amendment rights and basic humanity.
Judge Mark Walker criticized the state for the passage of HB1069 in Florida, stating that the Constitution does not tolerate such restraints and emphasized the importance of individuals celebrating themselves without apology.
Ms. Wood, the plaintiff, had been using her preferred title and pronouns for years until threatened by HB1069, which prohibits public school employees from using pronouns not corresponding to their sex.
The judge highlighted that Ms. Wood's freedom to use her title 'Ms.' and share her preferred pronouns at school is essential to her basic humanity, emphasizing the significance of allowing individuals to express themselves.
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