Lt. Gov. Robinson advocates for transgender restroom arrests, citing women’s safety
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
6:30 PM – Tuesday, February 13, 2024
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the leading Republican candidate for governor, made a controversial statement at a recent campaign rally. He argued that transgender individuals should face legal consequences if they use restrooms that do not align with their assigned sex at birth.
The Washington Post was the first to report on Robinson’s assertion regarding transgender people, specifically biological men who identify as transgender women, in a rally video.
Robinson (R-N.C.) can be seen speaking on camera earlier this month at a Greenville gubernatorial campaign rally in North Carolina.
In the video, Robinson declared that transgender women should be arrested if they attempt to use restrooms meant for biological women.
“We’re going to defend women in this state,” Robinson said. “That means if you’re a man on Friday night, and all the sudden on Saturday, you feel like a woman, and you want to go into the women’s bathroom in the mall, you will be arrested — or whatever we got to do to you.”
In another clip, the Republican politician said, “If you are a man, you better go to the men’s bathroom. If you are confused, find a corner outside.”
In North Carolina, LGBTQ transgender rights topics, especially in regards to bathroom access, have long been an ongoing controversial issue.
In 2017, the Tar Heel State became the first to outlaw transgender people from using their preferred public restroom of choice, which prompted a major backlash from LGBTQ advocates and activists. However, following a compromise by state lawmakers, that law was repealed, and in 2019, a federal judge threw out an updated version of it.
According to early polls for the North Carolina’s Republican gubernatorial primary, Robinson was leading over other candidates. Additionally, In June, former President Donald Trump endorsed him, and he now has a sizable fundraising advantage over other rivals.
Over time, Democrats have consistently criticized Robinson by labeling him as a “radical.” They have drawn attention to his past controversial remarks on a range of subjects, such as when he allegedly downplayed the Holocaust, or when he has referred to LGBTQ people as “filth.”
However, Robinson maintains that his words were taken out of context in order to fit an agenda.
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What are the arguments for and against transgender individuals using restrooms that align with their gender identity rather than their assigned sex at birth?
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, who is currently the leading Republican candidate for governor, recently made a controversial statement at a campaign rally. He argued that transgender individuals should face legal consequences if they use restrooms that do not align with their assigned sex at birth.
The Washington Post was the first to report on Robinson’s assertion regarding transgender people, specifically biological men who identify as transgender women, in a rally video. The video shows Robinson speaking at a gubernatorial campaign rally in North Carolina.
In the video, Robinson declared that transgender women should be arrested if they attempt to use restrooms meant for biological women. He stated, “We’re going to defend women in this state. That means if you’re a man on Friday night, and all of a sudden on Saturday, you feel like a woman, and you want to go into the women’s bathroom in the mall, you will be arrested – or whatever we got to do to you.”
He also added, “If you are a man, you better go to the men’s bathroom. If you are confused, find a corner outside.”
Transgender rights issues, particularly in relation to bathroom access, have long been a contentious topic in North Carolina. In 2017, the state became the first to outlaw transgender individuals from using their preferred public restroom of choice, sparking considerable backlash from LGBTQ advocates and activists. Following a compromise by state lawmakers, the law was repealed, and in 2019, a federal judge threw out an updated version of it.
Early polls for the North Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary show Robinson leading over other candidates. He has also received endorsement from former President Donald Trump and has a substantial fundraising advantage over his rivals.
However, Robinson has faced criticism from Democrats, who label him as a “radical.” They have pointed to his past controversial remarks, such as allegedly downplaying the Holocaust and referring to LGBTQ people as “filth.” Robinson maintains that his words were taken out of context in order to fit an agenda.
The issue of transgender rights and bathroom access remains a highly divisive topic in North Carolina and across the United States. The debate calls into question the balance between individual identity, privacy, and the need for inclusive and safe spaces for all individuals.
In conclusion, Mark Robinson’s comments at a recent campaign rally have sparked controversy and drawn attention to the ongoing debate over transgender rights and bathroom access. As the leading Republican candidate for governor in North Carolina, Robinson’s stance on the issue will likely continue to be a topic of discussion throughout the election.
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