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Vocabulary

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Binary

/by-nuh-ree/

"Two options."

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Spectrum

/spek-trum/

"Range."

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Inclusive

/in-kloo-siv/

"Including all."

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Pronoun

/pro-noun/

"He/She/They."

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Construct

/kon-strukt/

"Created idea."

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Fluid

/floo-id/

"Changing."

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Identity

/y-den-ti-tee/

"Who you are."

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Controversial

/kon-truh-vur-shal/

"Debated."

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Diversity

/di-vur-si-tee/

"Variety."

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Immutable

/i-myoo-tuh-bul/

"Unchangeable."

Article

Beyond the Binary ⚧️

Society's understanding of gender is evolving. 'Non-binary' and 'Transgender' visibility has increased. The use of pronouns (They/Them) is becoming standard in workplaces to be 'Inclusive'.

This 'Cultural Shift' has sparked intense debate (The 'Culture Wars'). Conservatives argue biology is binary (Male/Female) and immutable. Progressives argue gender is a 'Social Construct' (performance) separate from biological sex.

Issues include trans athletes in sports and bathroom access. It is a sensitive topic about identity, respect, and fairness.

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