On the Carceral Ideology Underpinning the Anti-Trans Movement
In most global contexts, anti-trans politics align with rightwing populism and are part of wider attacks against LGBT+ rights, gender equality, reproductive justice, and sexual freedoms. The international “anti-gender” movement has roots in conservative, Christian, and ultra-nationalist groups and targets
Anti-trans politics often align with right-wing populism and oppose LGBT+ rights, gender equality, reproductive justice, and sexual freedoms across the globe. In Britain, the gender critical movement, while emerging from left-wing feminist circles, has gained support across the political spectrum. This movement opposes "gender ideology," viewing it as a threat to women's and gay rights.
In contrast, conservatives uphold traditional gender norms, attributing social issues to changing gender norms. The anti-trans backlash impacts all people navigating gendered spaces, services, and public life. While some gender critical figures are right-wing and anti-feminist, others are left-wing and conservative feminist. Despite opposition, gender critical narratives are not exclusive to one political side, reflecting a trend of "political diagonalism" where unexpected alliances are formed around a common enemy.
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