ANALYSIS: There’s nothing inherently sexual about young people learning about queer and trans people
Jude Ellison S. Doyle
Jude Ellison S. Doyle is a journalist, opinion writer, and the author of two books, including Dead Blondes and Bad Mothers: Monstrosity, Patriarchy and the Fear of Female Power (Melville House, 2019) and Trainwreck: The Women We Love To Hate, Mock and Fear... and Why (Melville House, 2016). They live in upstate New York.
Substack isn’t the perfect Twitter alternative it wants to be
ANALYSIS: As Substack tries to be the new Twitter, we can’t forget its founders’ messy past or present
The making of a detransitioner
Elisa Rae Shupe was a weapon in the hands of TERFs and Christian conservatives. Now, over 2,600 pages of leaked emails help tell her story
What went wrong at the New York Times?
OPINION: The paper of record is under fire for its transphobic coverage. How did it get this bad, and who is calling the shots?
When it comes to anti-trans bills, how much panic is too much panic?
ANALYSIS: Constant legislative attacks are damaging trans people’s mental health. How do reporters inform the public without telling them they’re doomed?
Republicans are coming for bodily autonomy. Why won’t Democrats take a stand?
OPINION: The Respect for Marriage Act passed without a hitch—but Republicans still seek to control queer and trans bodies at all costs