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New Left-Wing Party Champions Trans Rights Amid Criticism

9/11/2025

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MP Zarah Sultana stated that her new left-wing party, Your Party, will not accept transphobia.
Launched in July by Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn, the party is part of the Independent Alliance.
It aims to engage with communities and social movements, attracting over 800,000 members by August.
Critics have raised concerns about the party's stance on trans rights, suggesting it may seek to appeal to gender-critical individuals.
Sultana emphasized that trans rights are fundamental to the party's values, asserting, “Trans rights are human rights.”

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Story summary

MP Zarah Sultana stated that her new left-wing party, Your Party, will not accept transphobia.
Launched in July by Sultana and Jeremy Corbyn, the party is part of the Independent Alliance.
It aims to engage with communities and social movements, attracting over 800,000 members by August.
Critics have raised concerns about the party's stance on trans rights, suggesting it may seek to appeal to gender-critical individuals.
Sultana emphasized that trans rights are fundamental to the party's values, asserting, “Trans rights are human rights.”