For a trans California senior, it’s a track meet. For The New York Times, it’s a debate
A New York Times preview of the California state track and field championships has sparked criticism regarding its coverage of transgender athletes. The article focuses on AB Hernandez, a 17-year-old transgender athlete, and the state's policy on podium sharing with cisgender athletes. Critics argue that the Times failed to include perspectives from transgender individuals or their supporters.
- ▪The New York Times article renewed criticism of its coverage of transgender athletes.
- ▪AB Hernandez is a 17-year-old transgender athlete returning to the state meet after winning two gold medals last year.
- ▪California's policy requires that first-place gold medals be shared between trans and cisgender athletes.
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