{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the model policy wholeheartedly\" and repeatedly praises it as \"the first step in creating schools in Virginia that are inclusive and welcoming.\" They also state it will provide \"guidance and direction\" and thank the Department of Education for developing it, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school climate","student support","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these proposals\" and asks to \"Please support this vital policy.\" They also endorse the policy’s purpose, stating Virginia must treat every student \"with dignity and respect\" regardless of gender identity or expression.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of this policy guidance\" and urges, \"Please support this policy.\" The statement \"Trans rights are human rights\" clearly indicates approval of the transgender student protections in the proposed guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support this policy\" and \"Please implement this policy,\" which clearly endorses adoption. The statement \"Trans rights are human rights\" and reference to helping \"protect all children\" further indicate approval of the proposed transgender student protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy\" and calls it \"essential for the health and wellbeing of our students and of our community.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This VDOE guidance will be incredibly helpful\" and that it is \"important in order to better support transgender students and reduce their risk factors.\" These statements clearly endorse adoption of the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school counseling","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and explains that it helps create a \"welcoming and nurturing environment\" for transgender students. The closing \"Thank you!\" further reinforces approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the guidance, saying \"This guidance is a long time coming and is desperately needed.\" They also describe personal harm to their transgender son and imply the policy would address that problem.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","bullying prevention","teacher conduct","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the proposal as \"pro-equality and evidence based\" and says they are \"incredibly excited\" it is being considered. They also call it \"long overdue\" and say it would \"guarantee protections\" and make schools \"safe places for all students,\" indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I totally support this needed policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. They also praise it as important for \"kids, ALL kids, to feel safe, supported and that they are treated equally,\" reinforcing clear support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equal treatment","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I completely support this policy\" and repeatedly endorses it as helping \"make school safer for LGBTQIA+ students\" and ensuring their \"rights are respected.\" The comment argues the policy is needed to support transgender and gender nonconforming students in public schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"long overdue and so needed\" and repeats that it \"may save lives,\" which clearly endorses adoption. There is no criticism or request to weaken the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance\" and repeatedly endorses the policy as beneficial for trans and cis students alike. They praise the guidance for ensuring \"best practices,\" access to bathrooms and activities, and sending a message that students \"belong\" and are \"valid.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student privacy","school activities","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support this policy\" and argues that it \"supports our students' needs\" and is based on \"current science and evidence.\" They also state that the policy \"could save lives,\" which clearly indicates approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","evidence-based policy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully and whole-heartedly support this legislation\" and states it \"should be implemented immediately.\" They also argue it is \"vital\" and will \"save lives,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the draft guidance\" and thanks the department for \"prioritizing the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all Virginia students.\" They also describe the policies as \"life-affirming and life-changing\" and endorse staff training to better understand gender identity.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","teacher training","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in FULL support of this policy!\" and repeats that they \"fully support this policy.\" They also state it is \"essential for the health and wellbeing of all of our students,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I enthusiastically support the Model Policy\" and thanks lawmakers for \"creating and adopting this policy.\" They argue it is needed to ensure transgender and nonbinary students have a \"safe, supported, and equitable school experience.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I 100 percent support this\" and calls the policy \"long overdue\" and \"vital\". They further state, \"These Guidelines are wonderful\" and \"I support them,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","teacher training","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the Model Policy!\" and adds that they support \"anything that affirms and validates the sacred worth of all persons,\" specifically transgender people. This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges approval of the policy, saying it would \"protect trans students from harm\" and asking officials to \"provide your support.\" They frame the regulation as necessary to make students' lives \"better and safer\" and to reduce self-harm risk.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy\" and expresses being \"thrilled to see this policy be put forward.\" They also praise it as \"thoughtfully developed\" and beneficial for \"all children,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","school climate","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy!\" and repeatedly expresses approval, calling it \"thoughtfully developed\" and saying they are \"thrilled to see this policy be put forward.\" They also argue it will create \"an affirming and inclusive environment,\" indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support and applaud the guidance\" and thanks the department for \"prioritizing the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all students.\" They also endorse staff training and describe the policies as \"life-affirming for LGBTQ+ students and their families.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","teacher training","inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE.\" This is a direct endorsement of the proposed regulation with no qualifications or objections.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Fully support!\" and \"fully support this guidance.\" They also praise the policies as \"necessary steps\" to create a more equitable, safe, and supportive educational experience for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this document\" and identifies themselves as \"an ally\" and \"a mom of a transgender child,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed policies. There is no language suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","parental support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am fully in support of this guidance document\" and frames it as helping \"ensure a safe and inclusive environment.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","parental support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I am in support!\" which directly endorses the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support wholeheartedly the model policies\" and calls them \"comprehensive, thoughtful, inclusive and kind.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this document\" and urges officials to \"consider the recommendations made in this guidance\" and \"push forward for a safer, more inclusive public school system in VA.\" The comment frames the guidance as a way to make schools safer and more welcoming for LGBTQ+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this policy\" and the title says, \"Fully support this policy, please implement without delay.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption as written.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and \"fully support this vital enhancement\" of the school policies. They also praise the guidelines for promoting \"equity, equality, and respect for all students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equity","school policy","student respect"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Fully support the model policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. They also add that it will help students \"feel safe and welcomed at school,\" reinforcing approval of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this policy.\" This is a direct endorsement of the proposed regulation, and \"Thank you\" reinforces approval.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy\" and adds that it is \"long overdue,\" which clearly endorses adoption. There is no indication of reservations or alternative requests.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly thanks the agency for “creating the guidance document” and calls it “A step forward,” which clearly endorses adoption. The suggestion that readers “read it” and the note that it “has great resources included” further indicate approval rather than criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","guidance document","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this VDOE policy\" and thanks the agency for \"moving this policy forward.\" They also argue that \"Every child in Virginia deserves the same treatment,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and endorses the policy goals of a \"safe and inclusive educational environment\" that \"recognizes their gender identity.\" This is a clear affirmative position on adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support this policy\" and \"I fully support this policy.\" They also frame the policy as necessary for \"dignity and safety\" and for supporting \"trans kids,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","dignity","school environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this\" and states that \"this bill passes\" is \"paramount.\" They also endorse the policy’s purpose by arguing it will help trans students \"have a safe space to grow, play, and learn.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy, saying \"This will save lives!\" and arguing that \"Transgender students need the support of their school.\" They describe personal experience as a transgender person and express hope that \"the next generation\" will have better support, which clearly favors adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks policymakers to \"turn this into real and life saving change,\" indicating clear support for adopting the regulation. The message also thanks the board for listening and frames the policy as beneficial for \"Trans Children\" and a \"Parent of a Trans Child.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","parental support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this policy\" and describes the policies as \"totally unworkable.\" They also object that it would \"force all students, faculty and administrators to comply\" with a view they call \"empirically false,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex and gender","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I DO NOT SUPPORT THIS!\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The title \"NO!\" reinforces a clear opposition stance.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance\" and explains that they want schools to be \"safe and welcoming for everyone.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I don't want anyone at school discussing transgender information with children\" and \"This is not for teachers to teach our children,\" which clearly rejects the policy's inclusion of transgender-related guidance in schools. The reference to compulsory attendance and taxes does not express support for the regulation, only objection to its content being taught or discussed.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender education","parental rights","curriculum","school instruction"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says there are \"plenty more reasons to oppose these guidance policies\" and calls them \"troubling\" and \"totally unworkable.\" They argue the policies would force compliance with a view of sex and gender that conflicts with their beliefs, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school discipline"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy outright, saying the guidelines \"have nothing to do with instruction\" and are \"only indoctrination\" and \"totally bogus.\" This is a clear expression that the regulation should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","indoctrination","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with the proposed guidelines for transgender students,\" and argues the proposal is part of \"the radical left\" and would \"take parental control away.\" They also say there are \"far more pressing problems\" that should be addressed instead, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not support this,\" which directly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No additional context suggests any nuance or conditional support.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"NO, I do not support\" and \"No No, No.\" They also object to schools discussing \"transgenderism with my child,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's treatment of transgender students in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is a wrong Policy\" and argues it will \"promote more and more confusion,\" \"create more disruption in the school,\" and \"remove all privacy.\" These statements clearly oppose adoption of the regulation and frame it as harmful.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","transgender students","school disruption","women's rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve\" and \"I do not support SOGI policies and guidelines being implemented,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. They also call the policies \"totally unworkable\" and object that they would force compliance with a view they считают \"empirically false.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","SOGI policies","religious freedom","parental rights","sex and gender"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly argues the proposed policies are harmful and should not be adopted, describing them as “based on radical theories” and claiming they would enable “privacy and safety” problems, parental exclusion, and false abuse reports. The comment quotes policy language only to criticize it and frames the entire proposal as “troubling,” indicating clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I don’t support any of this type of proposal,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The phrase \"related to transgender in our school\" indicates opposition to the transgender student policies specifically.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of this radical and dangerous policy,\" which clearly rejects adoption. The phrase \"Do not confirm delusion of mind\" further indicates opposition to the policy's treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with phrases like \"Stop trying to indoctrinate our children!\" and \"Not your place! Stay away\". The demand to \"Shut\" it down and the threat that \"More people will be home schooling\" indicate opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy","home schooling"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not aprove,\" indicating opposition to the proposed policies. They also argue that \"Parents are the ones responsible for teaching their children about this subject\" and accuse schools of \"indoctrinate[ing] children,\" which shows they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"Absolutely not\" and argues it would \"indoctrinate children\" and \"push questionable identity and gender politics.\" They also say it would \"remove the right of the parent to raise their children,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","indoctrination","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student freedom","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this policy\" and argues against shared facilities for transgender students. They also reject disciplinary enforcement, saying they \"do not agree to disciplinary action\" for mistakes, which indicates opposition to the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","changing rooms","parental concerns","disciplinary action","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies \"absolutely discrinatory\" and says they are \"wrong,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue the policies conflict with \"biblical truth,\" \"biological facts,\" and parental rights, and claim they would \"indoctrinate\" youth and punish dissenters.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support this,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policy. They further describe it as \"radical and dangerous\" and claim it would \"endanger the lives and mental health\" of students, faculty, and staff, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","mental health","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I voice my disaproval for the current transgender policies\" and argues the policies are outside the education mandate. They also say schools should not \"indoctrinate our children\" and should instead \"Focus on the core curriculum,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","curriculum","transgender policies","education mandate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the issue \"has no place in schools\" and criticizes it as something promoted by schools and the media, indicating rejection of the policy. The reference to \"God made us male and female\" and that \"True learning in schools... has been discarded\" further shows opposition to the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says that building in curricula that “attempt to perpetuate this idea of gender fluidity is a great mistake,” which indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. Although they acknowledge that “everyone deserves protection from bullying and persecution,” the overall message argues against the regulation’s underlying approach to gender identity.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","curriculum","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this guidance,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue that \"a parents right should not be removed\" and that children should not decide \"such a life changing part of life,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","youth decision-making"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of this policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They further characterize it as \"dangerous and discriminatory against other students,\" indicating opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This policy should not be passed\" and \"I absolutely do not support this policy.\" They argue it will \"cause further confusion for children\" and create difficulty for teachers, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student wellbeing","teacher burden","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The rest of the comment criticizes the policy as \"radical theories\" that would \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","parental concerns","school indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also argue the policies \"drive barriers between parents and children\" and \"do not respect the right to privacy of other students,\" reinforcing a negative position toward the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of VDOE proposed guidelines\" and calls them \"immoral\" and \"a abomination,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The criticism is directed at the substance of the transgender student guidelines rather than asking for clarification or offering neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of these proposed guidelines\" and argues they should not be adopted. They describe the policies as \"radical theories\" and a \"blatant assault on our freedom on conscience,\" indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"do NOT support this policy!\" and \"vehemently disagree[s] with implementing any of these policies.\" They argue the policies violate rights, parental consent, and should be left \"as they are,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","free speech"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please DO NOT pass this dangerous delusional policy,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also argue it would \"go against every protection we have struggled to put in place for our girls\" and create \"utter confusion,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","free speech","girls' protections","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the document \"Misguided 'guidance'\" and says they \"wish Virginia would focus on education, not indoctrination,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue it is \"inconsistent with science,\" reduces parents' role, and will create \"difficulties in implementation,\" all of which oppose adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school administration","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says these policies \"should not be forced onto school children and their families\" and warns that \"Great harm will be done\" if they are enacted. This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy as \"a distortion to the truth\" and says it is \"unfair\" to require sharing bathrooms or socializing with transgender people. They also argue that children should not be \"forced to be something else,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's transgender-inclusive provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is wrong\" and argues the policies are \"creating chaos and confusion\" and \"creating one group of people to bow down to the other.\" While they support anti-bullying protections, the overall thrust is that these policies should not be adopted in their current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","gender identity","student safety","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of this policy!!\" and argues it \"goes against Biblical teaching,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also call for conversion therapy and claim the policy encourages transgender identity, which shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender policy","conversion therapy","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Do Not Support This\" and urges to \"remove all the extra stuff,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They also criticize the regulation as ignoring facts and frame gender dysphoria as a disorder, which supports an oppositional stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","school curriculum","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of the proposed guidelines\" and calls for the \"indoctrination of our school children\" to \"STOP,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The argument is framed as opposition to transgender-inclusive policies and claims they erase sex distinctions.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex distinctions","school policy","indoctrination","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"utter nonsense\" and says implementing it \"would be a travesty and a tragedy,\" indicating clear rejection. The language \"abomination in the eyes of God\" further shows strong opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I not support or approve of these dangerous theories\" and urges, \"Leave this alone,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The request to focus on reopening schools instead indicates opposition to adopting these transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","education policy","school reopening"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support,\" which directly indicates opposition to the regulation. The additional language calling it \"weird and over the top\" reinforces that they want it rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","moral objection"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"No to the proposed transgender policy,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. They also argue it would \"create chaos and confusion\" and could affect a female athlete's \"rights and opportunities,\" indicating substantive opposition rather than a request for minor changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student athletics","parental rights","student rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"NOT in support\" and asks to \"Please stop\" the policy, indicating clear opposition. They also describe it as \"dehumanizing,\" \"not healthy for children,\" and \"discriminating others,\" which reinforces rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student development","religious freedom","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy is \"by definition one-sided\" and argues that the resources section should include contrary materials, indicating opposition to the regulation as written. The comment also challenges core transgender-related guidance by asserting harms from transition treatments and disputing \"conversion therapy\" claims.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","medical claims","policy resources","conversion therapy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines\" and argues that transgender education is \"not the VA schools system responsibility.\" They also say parents should \"retain this responsibility,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I SUPPORT THIS GUIDANCE\" and repeats, \"I support this guidance 100%.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies a \"travesty\" and says they are \"terrible,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue the policies would \"force teachers and school staff to reinforce gender dysphoria\" and describe them as \"tyrannical,\" which shows they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","teacher burden","gender dysphoria","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT SUPPORT!!!!!\" and calls the proposal \"totally AGAINST GOD's and my MORAL VALUES,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The rest of the comment reinforces opposition by condemning the legislature and the policy as a \"shame.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","moral opposition","transgender policies","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m opposed and appalled\" and \"Not for it,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. They also call the proposal \"a pure shame and sin\" and \"unconstitutional,\" which reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","constitutional concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of proposed guidelines\" and argues the policies are \"not appropriate for schools.\" They also call the policies \"completely unworkable\" and object that they would force compliance with views they oppose, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I don't support this at all,\" calls the policies \"reprehensible,\" and ends with \"I vote no to it all!\" They argue the regulation undermines parents and object to it as \"governmental indoctrination,\" showing clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","government overreach","school choice"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal is \"totally unworkable\" and objects that it would \"force all students, faculty and administrators to comply\" with it. They also describe it as conflicting with their \"fundamental beliefs,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","religious freedom","parental rights","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not implement this policy,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They argue the policy would improperly coerce others to \"deny objective reality\" and frame it as limiting the rights of \"MOST students and adults.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school policy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it a \"disgusting proposal\" and accusing it of \"exploit[ing] the children\" and \"mess[ing] with their heads.\" The language shows clear opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student confusion","political opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Thumbs down to the proposed gender identity policies\" and attacks supporters of the policy, indicating clear opposition to adoption. The phrase \"Let the normal and morally upright citizens take charge\" further signals rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The title also reads \"Support,\" reinforcing the positive position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying schools should \"teach science, not feelings\" and objecting to \"these guidelines\" being \"forced on our children.\" They argue the policies \"undermin[e] and demoniz[e] parents\" and conflict with their faith, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy","science education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the proposed guidance \"does not deal adequately with the root of the issues\" and argues that its provisions will \"only backfire\" and \"result in sowing disdain\". Although they express support for a supportive environment, they clearly reject the policy's approach to names, tolerance, and enforcement as harmful and coercive.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","student privacy","school policy enforcement","name/pronoun use"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I completely disagree with the proposed guidelines\" and criticizes the policy as \"Totally RIDICULOUS!!\" This clearly indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student guidelines.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","school policy","teacher guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also criticize it as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. No qualifications or objections are included.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I SUPPORT THIS!!\" and adds that it is \"much needed,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the guidance. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I am opposed to every part of the proposed transgender policy,\" which is a clear rejection of the regulation in full. There is no qualifying language suggesting support for any portion or a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly disagree\" and calls the policy \"sickening, weird, against God's laws and nature.\" The final word \"Disgusting\" reinforces clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this!\" and the title repeats \"SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT,\" leaving no ambiguity about their position. There are no qualifying concerns or requests for changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support the Model Policies... as proposed by the VDOE,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. The additional remark, \"This is absurd,\" reinforces opposition rather than suggesting any modifications or support.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion","private schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I cannot support or agree with the proposed guidelines\" and later, \"I object to and cannot support these guidelines.\" They also ask to \"remove this proposal,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","privacy","bathroom access","pronouns","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I approve of this guidance,\" which directly endorses the regulation. The rest of the comment argues for equal rights and says it is \"about time VA moves to this century,\" reinforcing support for the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","equal rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support these policies\" and objects to \"withholding information to parents.\" They also argue the policies make their children feel unsafe and criticize the confidentiality provisions that say schools should \"not disclose it to other students and parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","transgender policies","confidentiality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"do not approve\" and objects to the guidelines as \"theories that eradicate all distinctions between male and female,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The language is directed at the proposed policies themselves rather than asking for clarification or offering neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","sex distinctions","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I vehemently disapprove\" of the \"proposed guidelines\" and urges readers to reject them, calling the policy an \"abomination.\" The comment consistently argues against adoption and frames the regulation as immoral and harmful.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT! SO MUCH SUPPORT! ALL THE SUPPORT!\" and repeatedly endorses the guidance, saying they are \"so glad to finally see some guidance for schools.\" They also ask policymakers to affirm that \"we support this because it is right,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","parental support","school guidance","inclusivity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and further endorses its goals of respecting and supporting transgender students. They also praise related provisions as \"better policies for supporting all students\" and \"eliminating dress requirements based on gender,\" indicating approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","gender identity","dress codes","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very much against the proposed guidelines\" and calls them \"very wrong,\" which clearly rejects adoption. The reference to \"radical theories\" and lack of \"safe and supportive education\" indicates opposition to the regulation itself rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"There is no way I could/would support this insanity!\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. The rest of the comment expresses disapproval and concern that \"the children always suffer,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student welfare","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support it,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The rest of the comment argues against transgender recognition, stating \"There are two sexes\" and criticizing the proposal as \"a crazy proposal,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"in favor of the Model Policy\" and repeatedly endorses it as \"safe, supportive, and inclusive.\" They also thank the Virginia Department of Education for \"working on this Model Policy in support of transgender and gender non-conforming students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Absolutely oppose this policy\" and calls it \"absurd,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The phrase \"Stop trying to take the parent out of their children’s lives!\" indicates opposition based on parental rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve\" and \"I highly recommend that this proposal does not become permanent,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue it is \"untenable,\" \"vaguely worded,\" and raise objections about parental notification, bathroom access, lawsuits, and religious freedom.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the new guidance\" and adds that \"We need to do better for our transgender youth.\" They also describe it as \"an important first step,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment quotes Genesis 1:27, emphasizing that God created humanity as \"male and female,\" which signals rejection of the proposed transgender student policies on religious grounds. It offers no support for the regulation and instead implies a binary sex framework inconsistent with the policy's subject matter.","tone":"neutral","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policies as \"ridiculous and dangerous\" and says, \"There is no way I'm sending my kids to public school with these\" policies. They argue the rules give too much power to schools, violate parents' control, and infringe on students' First Amendment rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","free speech","student safety","transgender policies","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of your guidelines,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The title \"No to Transgenderism\" and the description of the guidelines as \"ungodly and highly immoral\" reinforce opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policies, saying they \"cannot in good conscience support such a worldview being forced on our children\" and criticizing staff for \"withholding information from parents\" and \"disciplining\" children. The overall thrust is that the guidelines should not be adopted because they conflict with parental rights, faith, and \"freedom of thought and expression.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transparency to parents","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student discipline"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support state-run schools that remove parents from the equation,\" which rejects the proposed policies. The title \"NO! NO WAY! NOPE! NEVER!\" further signals strong opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","public schools","state control"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these dangerous guidelines\" and argues they should not pass. The threat to remove their children from public schools if it is adopted further confirms opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support the policy changes\" and ends with \"Do NOT change the policy!\" They argue against transgender inclusion, object to \"indoctrinated\" children, and claim the policy would harm girls' sports and women's rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","girls sports","women's rights","school indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support your DOE guidance concerning transgenderism,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. They also object to specific provisions, saying they do not support allowing transgender people to use \"female bathrooms or showers\" or \"participate in girls sports.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely do not approve of the proposed guidelines\" and repeatedly condemns the policy as \"unscientific\" and \"indoctrinate our school children.\" They also call it \"a crime--child abuse,\" indicating strong rejection rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school curriculum","indoctrination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of any of the proposed guidelines\" and titles the comment \"NO to ALL policies advocating transgender.\" They also reject the policies as \"radical theories\" and say they will not stand for them in schools, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do NOT support this proposal\" and argues the policies \"will not only misguide students, but also teachers.\" They conclude that the proposed policies are \"not positive for students\" and call for different policies instead, indicating clear opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","teacher burden","student safety","bullying prevention","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly argues the policy is \"completely discriminatory,\" calls it an \"ideological agenda,\" and explicitly says \"Do not force\" adoption of it. They also ask for a \"religious exemption\" and object to pronoun use, parent notification, and CPS reporting provisions, all indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","pronouns","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the premise of the policy, stating that gender is fixed by God and that people who do not accept their gender are \"mentally ill.\" The language that they should not \"demand that everyone recognize\" their rights indicates opposition to the regulation’s protections for transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"insanity\" and saying it would \"pull all parents out of the rights they should have.\" They argue the draft would \"punish[] every other person\" and expose children to \"harmful & confusing ideologies,\" which indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","gender dysphoria","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of their proposed guidelines,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The rest of the comment criticizes the policy as \"radical theories\" that would \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","indoctrination","sex distinctions"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I totally don’t support this\" and the title reads \"Strongly Disapprove,\" indicating clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The comment also objects to school involvement in identity issues and argues that \"biologically female girls need their privacy from biologically male boys,\" which further supports rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","gender identity","school authority","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this guidance!\" and the title says, \"Do not support!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I DO NOT SUPPORT ANY OF THESE POLICIES!!\" and argues the policies should not be adopted. They frame the proposal as dangerous and objectionable, claiming it is an \"opportunity for rape\" and that it violates religious beliefs and children's rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","free speech"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposed policies \"child abuse\" and a \"gross violation of parental rights,\" and says they are \"horrors\" that should not be enacted. This is a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child abuse","transgender policy","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies are \"WRONG\" and demands that \"this insanity be rejected and NOW!\" They also frame the proposal as \"transgender indoctrination\" and \"social engineering,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Very Strongly Disapprove\" and describes the policy as \"hateful, anti-woman ideology,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement that it is \"quite undermining our culture\" further shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","women's rights","school policy","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and adds, \"It’s time for inclusion,\" which clearly endorses adoption. The reference to giving a family \"the peace of mind to send their child to school\" reinforces approval of the policy's protective purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this legislation,\" which directly states opposition to the proposed policies. The complaint that it adds an \"extra chaotic burden\" reinforces that they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","regulatory burden"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not pass the proposed guidelines for transgender students,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. They also argue it would \"put more responsibility on our teachers\" and that \"it should be the parents of each student who is in charge,\" indicating opposition to the policy approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher workload","transgender students","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of this policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also object that it \"takes away parent and teacher rights,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it a \"sick agenda\" and describing it as \"the perversion that is being forced upon society.\" The language is hostile toward the regulation and its underlying treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support\" and \"do not support this,\" which clearly opposes adoption of the policy. They argue it would \"harm many students\" and raise safety concerns about bathroom/locker room access.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The comment says, \"Time to remove children from government schools,\" which indicates opposition to the public school system and, by extension, the proposed school policy. The title, \"Removal of federal government from state schools,\" also signals rejection of government involvement in schools rather than support for the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["public schools","government involvement","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT APPROVE THIS POLICY,\" which directly rejects adoption. The statement that \"School age children don't yet know who they are\" is offered as a reason against the policy, indicating opposition to transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support this!\" and argues the policies \"take rights away from the family and faith communities.\" They frame the regulation as harmful and warn it will \"undermin[e] family and faith,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","family rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OBJECT\" and calls the policy \"OUTRAGEOUS,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue it is \"against the law,\" \"unconstitutional and discriminatory,\" and object to \"one group's rights supplanting the rights of every other child.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","constitutional rights","discrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy is \"an infringement\" and argues it would deny parents the right to raise children in a religious way, indicating opposition to the regulation. The phrase \"Parents who encourage their children to embrace their God-given sex\" also frames the policy as conflicting with their preferred approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","separation of church and state","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy by claiming it would allow inappropriate bathroom and locker room access and calling Point 7 \"perverted.\" They argue it could enable \"voyeuristic practices\" and the posting of \"x-rated photos,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies \"should not be implemented under any conditions\" and calls them \"very wrong & hurtful for all involved.\" They also object that parents could be reported for child abuse and that there are no religious or conscience accommodations, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender policy","child abuse reporting","conscience objections"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"STOP this MADNESS\" and referring to the measures as \"insane\" and an \"agenda.\" They argue the rules would endanger students and remove safety measures, saying they should be rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","mental health","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose these policies,\" and repeatedly argues against adoption by listing perceived harms and objections. The comment frames the policies as threatening parental rights, privacy, safety, and religious freedom, indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly argues against the policy, questioning whether children are making “gender demands” for attention and warning about “incidents” in “rest rooms and locker rooms and showers” if “biological opposites are mixed.” The final questions about “protecting the innocence of children” and parents “using their children” reinforce opposition to the regulation’s approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","parental rights","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the transgender policies \"a direct attack\" and says the school should \"stop this radical trend,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They also argue the policies would \"undermine\" parents and teachers and frame them as harmful indoctrination rather than appropriate school policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","religious freedom","public schools","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve this dangerous policy,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The word \"dangerous\" indicates they view the policy negatively and want it not adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this,\" which directly endorses the proposed regulation. No qualifications or objections are included.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of this policy\" and calls the guidance \"harmful to our schools.\" They also argue it is \"inappropriate,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","school guidance","nondiscrimination","student equality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do NOT approve\" and repeats, \"I do Not approve!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support or requested changes.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"insanely stupid laws\" and saying \"You are not helping them\" and \"you are destroying the family unit.\" The body frames the regulation as harmful state overreach and criticizes focus on transgender student identity and pronouns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","state overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"10 Reasons Why We Must REJECT This Policy\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, claiming it would harm parents, students, and staff. The body lists objections to pronoun requirements, privacy, bathroom access, and religious freedom, all framed as reasons to reject the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the regulation, calling it \"stupid\" and \"the dumbest thing ever.\" This is a direct expression of opposition rather than a request for changes or a neutral question.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"severely object\" to the guidelines and explicitly urges officials to \"remove this policy guidance.\" They argue the policies \"undermine parental rights\" and should be replaced by district-level policies, indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","privacy","local control"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly object to and urge you NOT to move forward with this proposal!\" which is a clear rejection of the regulation. The reference to the First Amendment is offered as the reason for opposition, not as a request for clarification or modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","constitutional rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please oppose the transgender legislation,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. They also argue it would put \"all educators at risk\" and worsen turmoil in the education system, reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","educator safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is completely unacceptable\" and urges, \"Stop encouraging people\" to follow the proposal, indicating rejection of the regulation. The comment argues it is against \"nature, God\" and claims it endangers \"vulnerable females\" and invades private spaces, which shows opposition to the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","privacy","bathroom access","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this document\" and calls it \"a meaningful first step toward protecting the rights of transgender students.\" This clearly indicates approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states plainly, \"I do not support this policy,\" which directly indicates opposition to adoption. No additional qualifications or requests for changes are provided.","tone":"neutral","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.84,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that young people should not be \"restricted\" to a single view and says teachers and counselors should listen and give advice rather than limit them, which aligns with supporting the policy's flexible treatment of transgender students. The comment also says students are \"learning what it means to be male or female\" and that this can take a long time, suggesting approval of allowing exploration rather than rejecting the regulation.","tone":"neutral","tags":["student identity","counseling","gender identity","youth development"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support them\" and describes the policies as \"extremely disturbing.\" They argue the policies conflict with their faith and beliefs about \"two genders\" and say children \"deserve better,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","religious freedom","parental concerns","gender identity","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies\" and repeatedly urges readers to \"vote against these policies.\" They argue the policies \"can not work\" and object on the grounds of beliefs about sex and fairness, indicating rejection rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school administration","sex-based policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of their proposed guidelines,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The rest of the comment criticizes the policies as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","gender identity","school children","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do NOT Support this EVER\" and \"I DO NOT SUPPORT THIS NOR WILL I EVER SUPPORT THIS,\" making their opposition unmistakable. They also argue the policy is \"immoral\" and \"harms\" children, indicating they want it rejected rather than amended.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says schools should not be permitted to help students explore gender identity and calls the policy \"insane,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue it threatens parental rights, privacy, and safety, and claim it would violate the First Amendment and lead to lawsuits.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"morally corrupt\" and saying \"I will not participate in it, ever.\" They argue it would force children into \"bathroom and locker room situations\" with the opposite sex and would take away \"Title 9 protections from females,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","Title IX","parental rights","women's rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"DO NOT APPROVE\" and states the policies \"should not be approved on any level.\" They also frame the proposal as \"eradicate the distinction between males and females,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","science","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I cannot suppose this policy for transgender students,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue it \"will create confusion\" and place staff in \"impossible positions,\" which are reasons against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school administration","policy confusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s premise, saying “you don’t help them by going along with the delusion” and arguing “We can not redefine who we are based off how we feel.” They also invoke a religious objection and urge youth to “be would God has made them to be,” indicating opposition to transgender-inclusive guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the model policy,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no qualifying language or objection in the comment.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","policy support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposed policies \"an assault against God\" and contrasts them with \"His natural law,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement frames enactment as morally wrong and implies it should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","natural law","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls for the policy to be removed: \"Remove this Extreme Policy\" and says it is \"going in the wrong direction.\" They argue against \"transgender encouragement\" and object to the government \"forcing particular language\" and thinking on children, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","culture war","parental rights","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of your proposed guidelines\" and rejects them as \"radical theories\". They also argue the policy is \"unholy and against the Holy Bible,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter questions the policy by asking, \"What about the rights of the students who identify as male or female?\" and argues that it gives \"the rights of a few\" precedence over \"the rights of many.\" The phrase \"the greater population ... will surely find this objectionable\" indicates opposition to adopting the transgender guidelines.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that the policy would let children \"take ownership and act without parental consent\" and says it \"undermin[es]\" the parent's role. They explicitly urge the state to \"Back up! Go back to the core!\" and to let families handle these matters, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","parental consent","family autonomy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I OPPOSE this policy\" and asks to \"Please vote against this policy.\" They argue it is improper to let children decide \"behind their parents' backs\" and object on religious and safety grounds, indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","student identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Please stop the madness\" and that it \"shouldn't even be in conversation and especially NOT in education guidelines.\" The language argues against recognizing transgender identities in the guidance and calls it \"garbage,\" indicating clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","education guidelines","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, asking, \"Why would you want to do further damage\" and arguing that \"Legitimizing their confusion will only make matters worse.\" This frames the regulation as harmful and should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it a \"ludicrous policy\" and asking \"where does it end?\" They also say \"If this passes... I’ll be home schooling!\" and argue schools should not address transgender students, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school curriculum","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not support the Transgender policies being put forth,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The title, \"Strongly Disapprove of Transgender policy,\" reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the VDOE proposed guidelines,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also criticize it as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the guidance, saying it \"replace[s] the judgement of parents\" and calling it \"a terrible precedent to even consider.\" They also argue that \"biology not self identification needs to be determinant for minors,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's core approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","religious freedom","gender identity","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Dissaprove of this policy\" and asks officials to \"reconsider your position,\" indicating clear opposition. They argue it violates \"individual rights,\" \"family\" rights, \"religious faith,\" and \"parental authority,\" and describe it as \"transgender ideology and policies.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students","individual rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"child abuse\" and urging to \"Stop reverse discrimination!\" They argue against affirming transgender students and frame the guidance as harmful to children and women.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","mental health","women's rights","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policies do not reflect \"freedoms and tolerance for everyone\" and objects that they are \"unconstitutional.\" They also oppose \"disciplinary action\" and \"coersing people to use certain language,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["free speech","parental rights","disciplinary action","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and endorses it as helping schools provide \"a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students.\" The final sentence, \"All students deserve a safe, accepting, and inclusive educational experience,\" reinforces clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy","inclusive education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THESE POLICIES\" and repeatedly urges lawmakers to \"REPENT,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The rest of the comment frames the policies as \"dangerous\" and \"brainwashing,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Totally against transgender policies in school\" and argues children need \"counseling not policies.\" They also urge to \"Protect our children,\" indicating opposition to adopting the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student counseling","child development","school safety","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please do not support this lunacy,\" and rejects the policy's pronoun guidance. The body argues against using transgender pronouns and calls the regulation \"ridiculous\" and \"disingenuous,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not approve proposed guidelines,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. The reference to \"radical theories\" and claims that it would \"eradicate all distinctions male and female\" further shows opposition to the policy's substance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","indoctrination","sex distinctions"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disagree/disapprove and am disappointed in this policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue it would \"force all of us to ignore our God given gender\" and call it \"a slippery slope,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I urge you to oppose it\" and the title reads \"Do not approve,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also state it is \"very concerning\" and \"will hurt our schools and students,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student welfare","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of your proposed guidelines\" and asks to \"Please stop\" the policies. The rest of the comment attacks the regulation as \"radical theories\" and \"dangerous and harmful rules,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","indoctrination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disagree with the transgender policies\" and asks to disapprove them. They also object to policies that \"remove parents from the discussion,\" indicating opposition to the proposed guidance as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Do Not Approve of Transgender Policies\" and argues the policies are \"not helpful\" and would \"create fear and mistrust in our schools.\" They also say the only benefit would be driving families to private schools or homeschooling, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school climate","parental choice","private schools","home schooling"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with these proposed policies\" and asks, \"Please do not approve,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. No supporting reasons or requests for modification are provided beyond rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I DO NOT agree with this preposterous policy,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The phrase \"This is poison to a child's mind\" further indicates strong opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing to protest the bizarre and harmful transgender policies\" and urges, \"Please consider the consequences of your actions if you continue down this path.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","biological sex","harm","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed guidelines,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The religious justification, \"God created male and female,\" reinforces that they reject the transgender student policies on principle.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do not support\" and argues the policies give schools \"too much power.\" They object to specific provisions such as not telling parents about bathroom/locker room sharing and mandatory reporting, indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"NO, I DISAGREE FULLY\" and repeated \"NO NO NO\". They also call it \"sick and disgusting\" and say it is \"sick and twisted,\" indicating clear opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree,\" and argues that \"This is up to the parents not educators,\" indicating rejection of the proposed school policy. The statement that it is \"the most ridiculous thing I have heard\" and that schools should not \"punish the parents\" further shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","education policy","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve the proposed guidelines for schools,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The title \"Do not approve\" reinforces opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disapprove of all policies\" and argues they are \"harmful to all students\" and have \"no place in public schools.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","student safety","family values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly urge you NOT to support the proposed new transgender guidelines,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also argue it would \"jeopardize the safety of children,\" \"take away the rights of parents,\" and \"hampers free speech,\" all of which are reasons against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","free speech","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support\" and \"I VEHEMENTLY oppose this legislation through and through.\" They object to restroom/locker room access and to the policy's handling of parental notification, saying it \"takes away a parent's ability to parent.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly call on you to reject this guidance document,\" which is a direct request to reject the regulation. They also argue it is \"damaging,\" a \"real abrogation of the rights of others,\" and a \"Forced Speech\" policy, all indicating opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["forced speech","parental rights","free speech","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please not not approve this\" and calls it a \"horrible policy,\" which clearly rejects adoption. They argue it is \"offensive\" and claims it would \"harass and intimidate children,\" indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","harassment","family values","school policy"]}