LEXIE CANNES STATE OF TRANS — By guest writer Michelle Rose. Trans folk in transition are given hormones; as much as is medically safe and consistent with the patient’s physiological profile. The average dose of estrogen (orally) [for trans women]… Read More ›
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Question: Is there an unwritten or unspoken rule about acknowledging other trans women?
LEXIE CANNES STATE OF TRANS — By guest writer Michelle Rose. Yup, the Prime Directive. Just like Star Trek, this one is engraved in stone and followed only by older, more experienced trans folk: never acknowledge another trans woman in… Read More ›
Question: What are some of the worst cases of transphobia you’ve encountered?
LEXIE CANNES STATE OF TRANS — By guest writer Michelle Rose. Well, I’ve been assaulted five times. Does that count? I’ve been: 1) Spat on (by a sweet little old lady who looked like someone’s favorite granny). 2) Elbowed in… Read More ›