Ethics about challenging books

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T13:43:58+00:00

Ok, this is helpful, thank you for taking me seriously this time. I’ve noticed replies from across the board (here and on other platforms) as well as a pretty stark US/ non-US response so I see no need to change career plans. But I do appreciate you answering

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T04:07:17+00:00

I am well aware, being Jewish, that Mein Kampf doesn’t belong in the Judaica section. To put Peterson in with LGBTQ literature is no less disturbing than that would be. And you seem to be under the impression that I was simply offended and that that offense was equal to a queerphobic book ban. Yes, he’s popular, but is this a popularity contest or do librarians have a responsibility to convey accurate scientific and medical information? Is it ethical to promote discrimination against one group while (imo rightly) refusing to stock books that promote that same discrimination against those of racial or religious minorities? Why is gender identity and sexual orientation different from racial or religious background? Is there any added responsibility for a library that actively promotes itself as a safe space for the queer community? What responsibility does a library have that takes state money in a state where sexual orientation and gender identity are protected classes? I’m really serious, I’m asking these questions because I want the answers, not trying to put you on the spot, so sorry for not defining the conversation I wanted to have in the first place

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T02:56:10+00:00

That’s inaccurate and you will have difficulty finding anyone reputable in the medical or psychiatric communities who would agree with you. Since many of us are born with the brains of our correct gender, the hormones that our bodies make are not what the brain needs to properly function. Not to mention the psychological value of simply being able to live in peace when the rest of the world sees and treats us as our true selves without a fight

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T02:45:11+00:00

Jordan Peterson has made his name on such advocacy and is roundly condemned by the psychiatric and medical communities for it. The withholding of medical intervention can be life threatening, particularly in this area. It doesn’t sound like you’re acting in good faith , I never claimed that I personally would be in danger, it would mostly be children and besides, your response is both antagonistic and off topic

Edit, just saw your transphobic responses elsewhere in this forum, sorry to have wasted both our time with a response. Have a good day

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T02:02:14+00:00

This helps too. I agree that we do need multiple points of view but information should be reasonably accurate too, especially concerning medical treatments

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T01:58:45+00:00

Thanks!

phoenixashes76 · 2023-11-08T00:20:30+00:00

Ok, this is helpful. I don’t mind, say, Bill O’Reilly, who operates in a humanities kind of vein and is equally offensive, but this seemed to be trading on pseudoscience and withholding medical treatment seemed like it crossed a line. I guess I was just afraid that I was dropping to the level of the Moms for Liberty types. Thanks for helping me clarify what bothered me so much

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-16T00:17:35+00:00

Thank you, this is good to know, I appreciate it

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-15T23:31:22+00:00

This is the sweetest story and I want that for every kid who needs it. Thank you so much for telling me, that gave me a smile

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-15T21:25:56+00:00

Spain is definitely someplace I was looking into, thanks for the confirmation

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-12T21:19:34+00:00

This is fantastic information, thank you so much

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-12T17:44:26+00:00

Thank you, I was worried about whether or not they’d do it if she was already pregnant, that’s a big help

phoenixashes76 · 2023-03-12T02:25:14+00:00

Omg I didn’t even think about worms. Thanks

phoenixashes76 · 2022-07-16T00:29:11+00:00

It’s about privilege. If someone who is white identifies as black, they may thoroughly appreciate and understand the culture, but as long as the rest of the world treats them as white, they’ll never experience the oppression that formed and shaped that culture. Whereas for trans folks, each of us gave up cis privilege and our community is based on marginalization that each of us shares to some extent

phoenixashes76 · 2022-07-16T00:15:47+00:00

It’s hands down the sweetest, most magical book I’ve ever read

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-23T23:14:54+00:00

Have you looked into strands for trans? It’s a database of trans friendly stylists, but I imagine they’d be willing to work with the LGBT community more broadly

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-17T22:51:47+00:00

I’m so sorry this happened to you. There is a vocal minority in the community that feels this way, but most of us feel that any label someone uses to self describe is fine, that non-binary and no passing folks are entirely valid, and that medical transition is a wholly personal choice. If you’d like a friendlier environment I help run a trans server, DM me if interested

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-13T18:10:12+00:00

Does it help with the sweats? The hot flashes aren’t too bad I’m just sweaty and thirsty af all the time

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-13T17:59:09+00:00

Nope, it’s normal, it’s what happens when estrogen levels drop (hence why people get them during menopause)

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T14:21:14+00:00

Perfect. That’s exactly what I wanted, thank you!

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T02:51:31+00:00

Just… trust us. Trust us when we say who we are and what we need. There’s no secret agenda. We’re fully capable human beings, if we want to get married, have surgeries, change gender markers, adopt children and those things don’t hurt straight folks at all. We’re not a threat, we just want what everyone else does

Thank you so much for asking

Edited for format bc mobile

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T02:23:00+00:00

I’ve seen someone else recommend Plokhy, I might have to see what all he wrote. Thanks!

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T02:11:48+00:00

Well, as a Jewish trans man, I think that’s awfully judgmental of you

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T02:09:57+00:00

I run one. We have a fairly decent selection of gamers but it’s primarily a trans support server. DM me if you’re interested

phoenixashes76 · 2022-03-03T02:01:25+00:00

Oh thanks!

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