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Washington Ballot Initiative Targets Transgender Athletes in Sports

2/7/2026

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Whitford Advocates Ban

In Washington state, a ballot initiative backed by Let’s Go Washington would bar transgender athletes from girls' sports and move to a November ballot.
The measure has attracted over 400,000 signatures.
Dori Whitford, a coach, emphasized at a rally that her female athletes are suffering.
Opponents warn the measure harms transgender youth and may be unconstitutional, citing privacy concerns over biological sex verification.

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Reep Challenges Education Policies

Travis Reep, a Washington state teacher, challenges the Washington Education Association's stance on parental rights measures.
He argues the proposed initiatives, including barring biological boys from girls' sports, aim to restore trust between parents and schools.
Reep says many teachers support these measures but fear backlash for speaking out.
Opponents warn the measures could harm LGBTQ students and invite invasive practices, while the Washington Education Association has not commented.

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Whitford Advocates Ban

In Washington state, a ballot initiative backed by Let’s Go Washington would bar transgender athletes from girls' sports and move to a November ballot.
The measure has attracted over 400,000 signatures.
Dori Whitford, a coach, emphasized at a rally that her female athletes are suffering.
Opponents warn the measure harms transgender youth and may be unconstitutional, citing privacy concerns over biological sex verification.

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