JK Rowling

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12/14/2025, 2:49:26 PM
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In reply to:
Mary Lane Porter
@MLPTheFirst
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50d
@jk_rowling @legaltweetz My sister is an OBGYN in Fort Worth and has seen biological differences. Also, here is the National Inst of Health study on hermaphroditism https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/art…. It’s just not fair to put others in a box to make ourselves feel more comfortable.
J.K. Rowling
@jk_rowling
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50d
@MLPTheFirst @legaltweetz People with DSDs are still provably either male or female (with bodies demonstrably organised to produce one gamete or the other, even if infertile) and many of them have a great dislike of being called 'intersex'. There are no human hermaphrodites. No human being has ever
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 discussion about biological variations and intersex conditions, which are relevant to ongoing public debates about gender identity and biological sex. The tone is factual and aims to clarify misconceptions about biological variations, suggesting an intent to contribute to the understanding of complex issues.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement does not use harmful language and acknowledges biological variations, which aligns with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
  2. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement attempts to promote understanding by acknowledging the existence of biological variations, aligning with the principle of promoting empathy and compassion. [+1]
  3. 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 does not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments, maintaining a focus on the topic rather than individuals. [+1]