Don’t forget the “T” in LGBT stands for transgender

Examiner.com – Joe Openshaw – Birmingham Gay Community Examiner

Members of the transgender community often feel they are being slighted by the gay community. A recent example here in Alabama involved the state hate crimes bill, and whether support should be given to a version that was non-inclusive, that is, did not include gender identity. And that debate was between members of the LGBT community. Imagine the confusion or lack of understanding that might exist outside the community.

A comment on an article a few months ago asked this:…