The National Park Service website for New York City's Stonewall National Monument removed the term 'transgender' and the 'T,' 'Q,' and '+' from the 'LGBTQ+' acronym, reverting to 'LGB.' This change occurred in light of President Trump's executive orders to recognize only two genders. The decision reflects a chilling effect on LGBTQ+ visibility and rights, especially as the Stonewall site symbolizes the struggle for gay rights following the 1969 uprisings that marked the movement's inception.
The removal of transgender references from the Stonewall National Monument website reflects compliance with President Trump's federal gender policies, erasing 'T,' 'Q,' and '+' from 'LGBTQ+'.
This change signifies a broader political shift under Trump's administration, which has actively worked to roll back protections for transgender individuals and restrict recognition of gender beyond male and female.
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