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Maine Upholds Transgender Athlete Protections Amid Controversy

5/20/2025

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High school runner Anelise Feldman from Maine felt a wave of disappointment after her second-place finish to transgender athlete Soren Stark-Chessa. The joy of her achievement was dimmed by the harsh words of State Rep. Laurel Libby, who attacked transgender athletes in women's sports. Amid this turmoil, Maine stands firm, expanding protections for transgender student-athletes.

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Story summary

High school runner Anelise Feldman from Maine felt a wave of disappointment after her second-place finish to transgender athlete Soren Stark-Chessa. The joy of her achievement was dimmed by the harsh words of State Rep. Laurel Libby, who attacked transgender athletes in women's sports. Amid this turmoil, Maine stands firm, expanding protections for transgender student-athletes.