Right-Wing Trans Hate Comes for the WNBA
How the right’s attacks on trans people have infiltrated a sports league with no trans women. The post Right-Wing Trans Hate Comes for the WNBA appeared first on The Intercept .
The WNBA is experiencing a surge in viewership and attendance, with the All-Star Game drawing more fans than the NBA's All-Star Game. However, recent discussions surrounding the league have been dominated by right-wing attacks targeting transgender individuals in sports. Enes Kanter Freedom, a retired NBA player, wore a shirt at a WNBA game that sparked controversy.
Angela Perry, a WNBA content creator, and Katelyn Burns, a journalist, discussed how the league has become a focal point for right-wing misinformation. They explained that the right-wing is using trans rights issues as a means to keep the controversy front and center, especially leading up to the midterm elections.
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