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Ted Cruz uses unauthorized images of cisgender students in anti-transgender attack ads

Author: Christopher Wiggins

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Related: Texas Dem Colin Allred uses anti-trans language to attack Ted Cruz: ‘Don’t want boys playing girls’ sports’

Cruz’s ads reflect a broader strategy observed in recent political campaigns that target transgender inclusion, especially in sports and youth policies, to galvanize conservative voters. Data for Progress recently reported that 54 percent of likely voters find political ads attacking transgender individuals “mean-spirited and out of hand,” while 41 percent of Republicans describe them as “sad and shameful.” The poll also revealed that voters prioritize issues like the economy over divisive social topics and that 74 percent of respondents believe transgender people deserve dignity and respect.

Original Article on The Advocate
Author: Christopher Wiggins

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