California Governor Gavin Newsom has aligned with far-right ideologies regarding gender politics, particularly surrounding trans issues. His recent appearance on the Shawn Ryan Show podcast included questioning the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports and sowing doubt about evidence-based gender affirming care. Despite acknowledging the exploitation of trans narratives by conservatives, Newsom's involvement gives credibility to anti-trans rhetoric. This creates a backdrop for conversations about masculinity in America and societal issues affecting young males that are intertwined with broader anti-LGBT sentiments.
California Governor Gavin Newsom aligned his views with far-right rhetoric, questioning participation of trans athletes in women's sports and supporting anti-trans narratives on the Shawn Ryan Show podcast.
Newsom's remarks reflect concerns about how conservatives manipulate trans issues for their agenda, acknowledging a manufactured crisis around transgender athletes to promote discussions about transgender identity.
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