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Rep. McBride Calls for New Trans Strategy Amid Declining Support

8/11/2026

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Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE) told a religious broadcaster in a United Methodist Church video that support for transgenderism is lower than five years ago and a new strategy is needed.
She said past five-year tactics of cutting off relationships didn’t work and urged allies to stay in conversation with family, politicians and others who oppose transgender rights.
Users on X criticized her call for allies to remain engaged with opponents.

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Rep. Sarah McBride (D-DE) told a religious broadcaster in a United Methodist Church video that support for transgenderism is lower than five years ago and a new strategy is needed.
She said past five-year tactics of cutting off relationships didn’t work and urged allies to stay in conversation with family, politicians and others who oppose transgender rights.
Users on X criticized her call for allies to remain engaged with opponents.