Both Harry Potter fans and cast members are torn over Rowling’s infamous transphobic remarks. Author first came under fire in June 2020, when she shared multiple posts on Twitter that appeared to slam trans community. “If sex isn’t real, there’s no same-sex attraction.

If sex isn’t real, lived reality of women globally is erased,” Rowling wrote at time, arguing that she had researched topic for many years before sharing her opinion. “I know and love trans people, but erasing concept of sex removes ability of many to meaningfully discuss their lives.

It isn’t hate to speak truth.” Social media users reacted strongly to Rowling’s statements, with many accusing her of being a ‘TERF,’ or trans-exclusionary radical feminism. However, author in June 2020 wrote a lengthy essay in which she defended her position.–Agencies

Published in The Daily National Courier, November, 03 2022

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