JK Rowling

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Score 30
12/14/2025, 2:25:05 PM
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In reply to:
Mary Lane Porter
@MLPTheFirst
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50d
@jk_rowling @legaltweetz Intersex? Hermaphroditism ?
J.K. Rowling
@jk_rowling
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50d
@legaltweetz It never ends. 'What about post-menopausal women?' 'What about women who've had mastectomies?' 'What about women with PCOS?' What about women who've had hysterectomies?' 'What about women with MRKH syndrome?' These are all things that can only happen TO WOMEN.
The Pissed Off Lawyer
@legaltweetz
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50d
I’ve seen the “what about women who have had a hysterectomy?” comments. I’ve had a full hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy & I’m still a woman.

Anyone saying that as a response to this isn’t arguing in good faith. We all know what Elon means here. You cannot change sex.
Elon Musk
@elonmusk
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51d
If you have a womb, you are a woman.

Otherwise, you are not.

The statement engages in a public discourse about gender identity and biological sex, specifically addressing the topic of Disorders of Sex Development (DSDs) and the terminology used to describe individuals with these conditions. The tone is factual and aims to clarify misconceptions about intersex individuals and human hermaphroditism.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement strives to do no harm by providing factual information about DSDs and clarifying misconceptions, which can help reduce stigma. [+1]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the dignity of individuals with DSDs by acknowledging their preferences regarding terminology, thus avoiding hate speech or harassment. [+1]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    By providing factual information, the statement promotes understanding and empathy towards individuals with DSDs. [+1]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive dialogue by addressing misconceptions without resorting to personal attacks or ad hominem arguments. [+1]