http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070421/ap_on_re_us/transgender_prom_king
I think it's pretty cool I'm Bi myself.
2007-04-21 15:04:01 · 12 answers · asked by Girly♥ 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
I think it's great- and in my town, too!
Frankly, I'm just always amazed at what a big deal it all is. I remember hearing once about some other non-hormones and non-surgery transgender butch who wasn't allowed to wear a tuxedo/suit for senior pictures (which was the required outfit for the guys), because apparently it could lead to all sorts of things, like the guys wearing the outfits designated for the girls. And the first thought that jumped into my mind was "Who the heck cares?". If the guys joke around and get into girls clothes, guess who's going to look like an idiot when they're 30 and showing the yearbook to their kids, or attending a class reunion? But for the guy who, years later, as a transsexual woman can tenderly touch the picture of her old self dressed as a girl, it is an amazing thing. There's no way to qualify who is gender transgressive or not; there can be no "proof", so let people do what they want. It's just clothes, for gosh sakes; I can't believe people let them mean so much.
As for prom kings and queens, well, again, what should be the qualifiers? Who is to say who is male-identified or female-identified? Just because Covarrubias wears traditionally masculine clothes, sometimes goes by "Tony", and likes women doesn't mean anything (what about feminine male-identified women who like men?) doesn't mean that it's okay for some people to run for king and queen but not others. King and queen were two designations that just came about from our binary gender system, and it's time it get rid of its vestiges where they don't serve any purpose.
Really, people, it's just prom. Let it be. I'm glad- I hope Covarrubias wins!
2007-04-22 11:04:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
why not?
It reminds me of that "Eight is Enough" episode where the Willie Ames character ran for Prom Queen to make a statement about changing gender roles.
2007-04-21 22:07:30 · answer #2 · answered by kent_shakespear 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That person isn't exactly female! If so "she'd" be running for prom queen. The person seems to be a gender rebel that identifies more male but isn't quite sure of their gender identity yet.
2007-04-22 00:37:44 · answer #3 · answered by carora13 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I think it shows how meaningless these things are. Kings and queens indicate some kind of superiority. But what do these people do to deserve it. There shouldn't be any kings or queens of anything.
2007-04-21 22:10:22 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Bodhisattva 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I think that its her choice, not everyone is exactly going to agree with that but, its not going to be like that in life. Especially if you are considered "weird" or "odd" to the majority.
2007-04-23 16:14:29 · answer #5 · answered by Lex 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's just perfect for the media to continue its exploitation of the gay and transgendered community. Thinking it's "cool" justs feeds the monster that is really just making fun of otherwise legitimate people and their lifestyles.
2007-04-21 22:14:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I just read that! It's AWESOME! What a neat school to go to...Hopefully, this leads to more positive changes in our schools...more inclusion of LGBT folk.
2007-04-21 22:08:27 · answer #7 · answered by maeveangel 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
talk about emasculating the real boys if she wins :P
i have mixed feelings. i have no problem with her standing up there with the rest of them, but she is still female so how can she run as king?
2007-04-21 22:17:51 · answer #8 · answered by ambientdiscord 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I don't see how being gay makes you eligable to be king. regardless of preference of partners, you're still a girl which would make you a queen.
unless we're changing the definition of king and queen.
2007-04-21 22:10:34 · answer #9 · answered by hobo 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
If you got 50 bucks I'll make you the freakin' king of britian. lol. But seriously, I wouldn't think so
2007-04-21 22:08:34 · answer #10 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋