{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly rejects the proposal as \"appalling,\" \"disruptive and unenforceable,\" and says \"These proposals are not\" equitable. They explicitly urge the agency to \"Go back to the drawing board\" and argue the policies would create \"infinite discord\" if implemented.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","privacy","school safety","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the issue \"should not be addressed by the state or the school system\" and calls it \"another example of government overreach.\" They also urge schools to \"Concentrate education on math, history, science\" instead, indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying children should be taught “truth from God’s word” and warning against “governmental approval” of the gender guidance. They frame the regulation as a moral and religious violation that would bring “judgment” on the commonwealth, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to these policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies should be \"put on hold\" or not approved. They also urge that gender-related decisions \"must wait until post high school\" and say, \"If these policies are approved, we will lose many good teachers,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","biology","parental rights","school policy","teacher burden"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the draft model policies\" and titles the comment \"Strongly disapprove.\" They argue the policies are \"radical ideas\" that would cause \"confusion for our children\" and be \"devastating,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.89,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm in favor of caring for ALL in our state,\" which signals approval of inclusive transgender policies. Although they note that \"not everyone agrees with these policies,\" the overall message asks the state to represent everyone and does not oppose adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the guidance is \"very one sided\" and concludes, \"I think these agendas are forgetting how serious these types of decisions are,\" indicating they want the policies rejected. The title \"Disapprove\" and repeated criticism of allowing children and the state to decide also show clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","school sports","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not approve the proposed transgender guidelines!\" and repeatedly argues against the policy as written, citing \"parental rights,\" religious views, and objections to school exposure for young children. Although they suggest one limited accommodation—\"By allowing them to use the teacher's bathrooms the problem is solved\"—the overall thrust is to reject the proposed guidelines and avoid changes to current school practices.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of these regulations\" and rejects the transgender policy. They further criticize the guidelines as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","school children","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"illogical, unscientific\" and saying it \"flies in the face of biblical truth\" and is \"inherently unconstitutional.\" They argue it will cause \"more confusion, conflict, legal issues\" and object to protections for transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","parental rights","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do Not Approve\" and argues that \"Government has no right to force this into the family,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. Calling it \"extreme and ridiculous\" further indicates opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","family autonomy"]}


{"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 \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","school children","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support this,\" and argues the regulations \"defy science\" and would not be good for students' well-being. They also object to school involvement in gender discussions and say teachers should not be forced to act against their \"religious or personal convictions.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ issues","student well-being"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disapprove\" and ends with \"PLEASE REVOKE THESE REGULATIONS,\" which clearly opposes adoption of the proposed policies. The statement that the regulations are \"very dangerous\" further reinforces rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","state control","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the proposed policies, calling them \"the most ridiculous thing\" and \"ABSURD,\" and saying they would be \"impossible to follow.\" The rhetorical question \"Why don't we just let the CHILDREN be in charge?!\" further signals opposition rather than a request for clarification or neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school administration","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says, \"Do Not Approve Proposed Transgender Guidelines,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. No body text adds nuance or support for any changes, so the comment is a straightforward opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"DO NOT support\" and argues the policy would \"eliminat[e] privacy and safety\" and \"prohibit\" notifying parents, indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also call the pronoun standard \"absurd,\" reinforcing opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","parental rights","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support the guidelines being proposed\" and asks, \"Please do not pass this!\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support\" and threatens legal action if their sons are placed in \"inappropriate situations.\" They also argue the policy would \"jeopardize the majority to support the .5%,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the transgender policy\" and repeatedly argues against it, including opposition to bathroom access, privacy provisions, and school authority over gender-related issues. They also call for restricting facilities to \"biologically the gender they were born with\" and say the school should not \"undermine\" parents.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","teacher burden","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This blatent indoctrination\" and states they are \"opposed\" to government forcing them to act in a certain way. They reject the policy as harmful, saying it will \"contribute nothing\" and that \"Ignoring physical differences... and the impact it will have on children\" is \"egregious.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","indoctrination","parental rights","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the proposed policies\" and frames the regulation as beneficial for their non-binary child. They also express approval of the broader goal of reducing discrimination, indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","parental perspective"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, writing \"Absolutely DO NOT agree with the proposed recommendations for my children and/or grandchildren.\" This is a clear opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of their proposed guidelines\" and argues against the regulation as \"radical theories\" that would \"indoctrinate our school children.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","school curriculum","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this transgender school policy\" and calls it \"totally not appropriate\" for schools or government. The language indicates a clear rejection of the proposed regulation rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","government overreach","moral objection"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposed policies, calling them \"reverse discrimination\" and saying there is \"a reasonable alternative without punishing the majority.\" The body argues against accommodating transgender students and says the policies should not be adopted as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","discrimination","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, asking officials to \"defend the children\" and stating \"Do not be negligent to deny it as an illness.\" They argue the bill will \"promote the illness\" and cause \"destruction and death,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","parental rights","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently Disapprove of this policy\" and calls it a \"horrible expansion of immorality and social sickness,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. They also urge readers to reject the policy by referring to outside concerns, reinforcing a negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues against the policies, calling them a \"violation\" of the U.S. and Virginia Constitutions and saying they are \"inherently impossible to enforce.\" They also warn the policies would violate due process and privacy rights and impose litigation costs on taxpayers, indicating rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["constitutional rights","due process","privacy","taxpayer costs","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly argues against adoption, saying the policies will \"open the flood gates of dissention, chaos, and lawsuits\" and calling them \"gasoline on the fires of the culture wars.\" They also claim the rules ignore religion, parental rights, and will drive families out of public schools, all of which indicates opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed\" and ends with \"I oppose these guidelines.\" They argue the policies are \"tyrannical,\" \"morally wrong,\" and harmful, and warn they will remove children from public schools if adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"NO\" and ends with \"VOTE NO!\" indicating clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. They argue the policy is a \"sin issue\" and that children should instead be taught to accept themselves and follow God's word, which shows they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","parental rights","student identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly do not agree with these guidelines\" and argues they should not exist, claiming they are \"absolutely crazy\" and will \"do more harm than good.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science","school policy","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying it is \"not right to teach our children\" they can be other than how they are born and asking why officials \"won't\" hear those who \"object to transgender policy making.\" The comment frames the policy as harmful and inappropriate, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","student education","sexual content","religious/moral objections"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support at any level,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. They also argue the policy is being imposed with \"complete disregard for the other's views or beliefs\" and say it should be \"placed on a ballots and voted for,\" indicating opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public input","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with current proposed gender-identity policies,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The appeal to \"protect our children\" and letting them \"freely discover for themselves who they were created to become\" indicates opposition to the transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","student protection","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the draft guidance put forth by the VDOE,\" which directly endorses the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","VDOE guidance","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"nonsense\" and asking whether officials will \"actually listen\" instead of \"appease\" it. They argue it will create lawsuits and harm schools, teachers, and students, which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school lawsuits","pronouns","school administration","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly objects to the policy change, saying \"If you continue with this change in policies\" it will \"rob[] parents and students of their constitutional and religious rights.\" They also argue the agency lacks authority and call the action \"illegal,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","free speech","home schooling","constitutional rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve of the guidelines for transgender students,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to adopting any such policy\" and repeatedly argues against it as a \"trojan horse\" that threatens parents and children. They also criticize the policy’s treatment of athletics and bathrooms, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"pronoun nonsense\" and asking \"What parent is OK with this\". They also argue that there are only \"TWO genders\" and criticize the proposal as \"thought police on the left,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","gender identity","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Wholeheartedly Support\" and \"I am proud to support this guidance.\" They also endorse the policy goals, stating it would help schools provide \"a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students, especially our LGBT youth.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusive environment","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly attacks the policy with phrases like \"don't tell parents\" and \"You continue your assault on families,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue there is \"no scientific basis,\" which is used to oppose adoption rather than request changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","scientific basis","family concerns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I cannot support these policies\" and frames them as creating an \"undo burden\" and \"ethical complication.\" They object to reduced parental involvement and fear teachers could be culpable for \"perceived\" discrimination, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher burden","privacy","school administration","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I DO NOT SUPPORT\" and reinforces it with \"I adamantly do not support this bill!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support or suggested amendments.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this waste of time and money,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The title, \"Stop this nonsense,\" reinforces opposition rather than offering neutral feedback or a question.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","government spending"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance supplied by VDOE\" and repeatedly argues that \"Schools should be safe spaces for ALL students.\" The comment endorses the policies as a way to prevent discrimination and protect LGBTQ+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please don’t allow them to be implemented\" and \"NO Thank you!\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also ask for a \"religious faith exemption,\" indicating opposition unless substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","school policy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with these recommendations\" and repeats that they are \"contrary to science and common sense.\" They also describe the policies as \"lunacy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","science","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of their proposed guidelines\" and calls the policies \"absurd and dangerous,\" which clearly rejects adoption. They also argue the guidelines would \"put impossible requirements for teachers\" and \"place students at risk,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's substance rather than a request for minor changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","locker rooms","student safety","teacher burden"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and \"I fully support this Guidance Document.\" They also explain that they want \"a school environment that is safe and welcoming for everyone,\" indicating approval of the regulation's purpose and protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","human rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose these policies!\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue that this issue belongs to \"the parent's area of responsibility and authority, not the school's nor the government's,\" indicating opposition to adoption by public schools/government.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender policies","school authority"]}


{"stance":"neutral","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter does not express support for or opposition to the transgender student policies themselves. They only note that a cited OCR reference is outdated, saying the proposal \"must be corrected\" and the content should be \"validated\" for compliance with current publications.","tone":"neutral","tags":["regulatory accuracy","legal compliance","reference materials"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"I DO NOT APPROVE\" and calls the policy \"absolutely insane,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. There is no language suggesting support or a neutral request for information.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines\" and asks policymakers to avoid \"radical progressive social policy.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school curriculum","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do NOT approve this policy\" and \"I whole heartedly disapprove this policy and it’s guidelines,\" which clearly rejects adoption. The statement that the policy would be \"hurting every child\" and references to \"gender confusion\" indicate opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student welfare","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this policy,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The follow-up phrase appears to be a garbled or incomplete explanation, but it does not change the clear negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I object to the proposed policies\" and calls them \"totally unworkable.\" They also urge parents to \"stand for and protect their children from these proposed troubling policies,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of your proposed guidelines,\" which directly 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,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","gender identity","school indoctrination","sex distinctions"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"nonsense\" and says schools have \"no business teaching our kids about this,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student guidance. The appeal to \"God's truth\" and preference for parents/family to teach about sex and gender further shows they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies \"ridiculous and disturbing\" and says excluding parents is \"completely WRONG,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The reference to a \"plan to destroy our country\" further shows strong opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","family values","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"insane\" and saying schools should \"stop the stupidity\" of teaching based on feelings. The statement \"Boys are boys and girls are girls\" indicates opposition to the transgender student guidance and its underlying premise.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, writing \"NO\" and \"Stop this radical nonsense, and keep it OUT of our schools.\" They argue the guidance should be replaced with treatment-focused approaches and describe the policy as harmful and abusive.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","student safety","school policy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Do Not Support\" and argues that Virginia should not teach children otherwise about gender, indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. Phrases like \"We need to put God back in our schools\" and \"Stop taking Jesus away\" show opposition to the regulation on religious grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as \"insane\" and says it is \"political correctness gone to new depths of uselessness.\" They also state it \"is a detriment to students and teachers,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student welfare","teacher impact"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the proposed guidelines are \"much too extreme\" and argues they should not be used as written. They explicitly reject the policy's approach as \"indoctrination\" and call for \"definite distinctions between male and female\" rather than blurring them, indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"vile and evil\" and says it is \"contrary to God’s laws,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. They also argue it will \"confuse and harm\" children and unjustly separate parents from their children, indicating strong opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support!!\" and thanks the policy makers for \"supporting our transgender youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no language indicating opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender youth","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that policy should \"stick with the obvious biological difference\" and says we should \"stop catering to people's personal choice or felt needs,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The statement that policies departing from \"science\" are irrational indicates opposition to adopting the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","biology","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of the proposed guidelines\" and calls them \"disgusting\" and \"ridiculous left wing propaganda.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I object strongly to policies\" and the title states, \"Do not support this policy.\" They argue the policy would endanger girls and unfairly affect athletics by \"allowing biological males into their bathrooms and dressing rooms\" and competing in female sports.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","student safety","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support this legislation,\" which directly opposes adoption. They further argue it is \"creating chaos and disorder\" and that \"Parents are the authority here, not the school system,\" indicating rejection of the policy's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school authority","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges resistance to the policy, saying \"Let's all stand against this!!!\" They also call it \"absurb\" and \"totally against the Word of God,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender acceptance","opposition to policy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE.\" They further endorse it because it would help schools provide \"a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, writing \"NO NO\" and asking \"How hard is this to figure this out,\" which signals opposition to the transgender student policies. They also argue that \"we are giving our kids more rights than we the parents\" and conclude \"What is wrong is wrong,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support 100%\" and thanks the document, indicating clear approval of the regulation. They also endorse its purpose by stating that transgender students \"deserve the same protections and rights\" and that the policy helps them feel \"safe and protected.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of their proposed guidelines\" and criticizes them as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation rather than a request for changes or neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve\" and calls the policy \"ill-advised.\" They also argue to \"eliminate girls' sports\" and object to restroom and locker room access, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"Completely and totally object\" to the policy and calls it \"misguided and harmful.\" They argue it is \"not rational\" and \"not based on science,\" and urge officials to focus on other priorities instead of adopting these policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policies, calling them \"insane\" and urging parents to \"stand up & against these.\" The language shows clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"the most destructive policy\" and saying \"This should not even be discussed.\" The language indicates they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted or modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"100% against this!\" and \"Please do not support!\" which clearly indicates opposition to adopting the regulation. There is no qualifying language or request for modification, only a direct rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Completely against this\" and argues the policy should be \"kept out\" of schools. They describe it as \"garbage\" and \"despicable,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy by saying the recommendations \"do not follow normal natural development\" and that \"The school has no role in this issue.\" They also warn it could lead to \"litigation\" and \"loss of taxpayer funding,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school role","transgender students","litigation","taxpayer funding"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I approve,\" which directly supports the regulation. The body reinforces this approval by expressing gladness that school policy will \"no longer harass young people,\" indicating endorsement of the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bullying prevention","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disagree with this policy\" and argues it should not be adopted because it could allow \"a predator\" access to bathrooms or locker rooms. The statement that it has a \"grave opportunity to create more harm than good\" indicates clear opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it \"impose[s] gender ideology\" and would \"trample the actual rights\" of students, parents, teachers, and staff. They also argue it would \"put youth at risk\" of harm, which indicates opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender ideology","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve,\" which directly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No additional context suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of these 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":["transgender policy","gender identity","school children","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"a step in the correct direction\" and that \"schools should be following these guidelines.\" They also argue it helps \"supporting transgender students\" and \"does nothing to impact other students' ability to learn and grow,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve of your proposed policy,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. No supporting language or suggested amendments are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues the policies \"go against the protection of all children\" and \"seek to harm many,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They object to multiple provisions, including restroom access, limits on negative speech, and transition without parental knowledge or consent.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter dismisses the regulation as \"nonsense\" and criticizes the VDOE for spending time on it instead of academics, indicating opposition to adopting these transgender student policies. The phrase \"Our tax dollars at work\" is sarcastic and reinforces disapproval.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","education priorities","tax dollars"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided from VDOE\" and endorses it as creating \"an inclusive, safe space for all children.\" They also state it will protect LGBTQ+ students from discrimination, which clearly indicates approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and adds that it is \"the morally correct choice.\" They also state it \"reflects the needs of the students it aims to protect,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly characterizes the policy as \"Unnatural and harmful to normal child development,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. There is no language suggesting support or a request for modification; the comment is a direct negative judgment on the regulation itself.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child development","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% Support\" and argues the policy \"will save many lives\" and \"make our trans kid feel seen and affirmed.\" They clearly endorse adoption of the regulation and do not request weakening it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not approve of this proposed measure-- virtually 100% of it,\" which is a clear rejection of the regulation. The phrase \"virtually 100% of it\" indicates opposition to most or all of the proposal rather than support with minor edits.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I whole heartedly support this proposal,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. They also argue that the protections are \"necessary,\" reinforcing support for the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT SUPPORT\" and rejects the policy as \"gender confusion\" and \"codependency.\" The statement that their child will attend private school because of this proposal indicates opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","private schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve of any of this,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The title, \"I do not approve,\" reinforces that they want the regulation rejected rather than modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls for the policies to be rejected, saying to \"vote DOWN these wrong-headed, dangerous policies.\" The title \"100% DISAPPROVAL\" and the argument against favoring a transgender minority make the opposition unmistakable.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against the Model Policies\" and closes with \"Please do not support these policies!\" The body argues the policies are harmful, citing concerns about pronouns, parental notification, bathroom access, privacy, and religious objections.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"I OPPOSE THIS\" and ends with \"Just say no to this bad idea,\" making clear they want the regulation rejected. The body repeatedly characterizes the proposal as \"counterfeit,\" \"indoctrination,\" and \"ideological propaganda,\" reinforcing strong opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","indoctrination","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines\" and argues against transgender restroom access. They frame the policy as unsafe, stating that \"All females and especially children need to feel safe\" and that \"Separate but equal is much safer for all,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am fine with it\" and describes the guidance as \"helpful\" and \"a helpful starting point\" for schools. They also encourage continued efforts to improve \"safety, privacy, and access to education,\" which indicates approval of the regulation's goals and content.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","privacy","access to education","school board guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly begins with \"Oppose\" and argues the policy \"severely hurts the ones that it is intended to help.\" They also question the \"real agenda\" and say society is \"putting children through needless pain,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student wellbeing","gender identity","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m all for it,\" which directly supports adopting the regulation. The follow-up, \"These children need all the help and sympathy we can give them,\" reinforces approval of the policy’s purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Disapprove\" in both the title and body, indicating clear opposition to adopting the regulation. It provides no supporting reasons or requested changes beyond rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose VDOE Proposed Guidelines\" and argues the policy \"falls outside of the mission of the Public School System.\" They also object that it \"seeks to take control away from parents,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter is explicitly upset about Virginia allowing \"children who R confused about there sexual identity\" and rejects the premise that a child can identify differently from their sex at birth. They also argue the state should instead require parental involvement and counseling, indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","counseling","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% oppose this\" and calls the policy \"Unbelievable\" and something that should not be \"introduced into our school system.\" They argue bullying protection should be handled locally and by families instead, and warn of a \"mass exodus\" if adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bullying prevention","parental rights","public schools"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Disapprove\" of the proposed policies and argues they should not be adopted. They object to schools facilitating transgender students and say it would \"cause further harm,\" while also criticizing the policies for \"violating the rights of the parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s framing, stating that sex is \"determined at conception\" and criticizing the idea that it is \"assigned at birth.\" They also argue against changing \"language and/or culture,\" which indicates opposition to the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","sex assigned at birth","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this effort to recognize and affirm whatever decisions students make about their own gender identity.\" They also endorse the policy on safety grounds, stating, \"If this keeps one student from suicidal feelings, it is worth it.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Disapprove 100%\" and \"100% Disapprove,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support laws or regulations that provide freedom for transgender people to live their best lives,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. They also argue against restricting transgender people and say those who do so \"should not be allowed decide the laws,\" indicating approval of protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects key parts of the policy, saying transgender students' \"rights\" should not supersede others' rights and objecting to bathroom sharing with someone \"who was a man at birth.\" They also say the issue \"has gone too far\" and criticize the burden on educators, indicating opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","teacher burden","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it \"tramples on the People's rights,\" is \"unconstitutional,\" and ends with \"DO NOT TRAMPLE ON EVERYONE ELSE's RIGHTS!\" They argue the policy would force \"gender ideology\" and compel speech, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","free speech","gender identity","school autonomy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this bill strongly\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as an intrusion on parental rights and school authority. They argue the schools and government are \"cram[ming] down ideologies\" and should not address transgender identity in this way.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","government overreach","school curriculum","teacher workload"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and argues that \"Allowing those feelings to take precedence over truth is not the answer,\" which rejects the policy's approach to transgender students. The references to \"God has given us a moral code\" and criticism of \"feelings and emotions\" indicate opposition to the regulation's underlying premise.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","moral objections"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges the agency to reject the policy, opening with \"DONT DO IT\" and repeatedly saying \"please do not make policies\" that support transgender students. They argue the guidance is \"pure insanity\" and would \"harm children,\" showing clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Do Not Support\" and repeatedly argues the policies should not be adopted, calling them \"another attempt to impose woke ideology\" and saying \"These proposed policies do not reflect the values of the people of Virginia.\" The comment objects to multiple provisions, including privacy protections, reduced gender segregation, gender-neutral attire, and staff training.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school facilities","staff training"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"unscientific,\" has \"no place in public schools,\" and urges the Department to \"strongly oppose\" it. They also describe it as an \"obvious destabilizing agenda\" and object to being \"forced to comply,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","biological sex","public schools","parental rights","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"THEREFORE WE ARE OPPOSED TO THIS BILL!\" and argues the policy is \"confusing the little ones\" and promoting an \"evil lifestyle.\" They ask to \"Leave them to be how they were created, boy or girl,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","gender identity","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose the Guidance\" and argues the policies should not be adopted because they conflict with their view of sex and religion. They state that being required to recognize transgender identities would be \"to compel a religious belief\" and cite the Virginia Constitution as a reason to reject the guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I DO NOT APPROVE OF YOUR POLICY\" and states it \"should not be forced on our children,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policy. The language \"This is wrong on a moral level\" further indicates opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","moral objection","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance 100%\" and closes with \"Please implement it.\" They also endorse the core provisions by praising preferred names, clothing choices, and pronouns as affirming and harmless.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","gender identity","school dress code","preferred name/pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy is \"one sided and does not protect everyone\" and argues it is \"discrimination against other peoples religion.\" They explicitly object to telling parents they cannot \"encourage them to embrace their god given birth sex,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","discrimination","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies are \"harmful\" and concludes, \"This is bad policy for all Virginians!\" They argue the policies \"undermine the primary role parents have\" and make no allowances for those who disagree, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of these policies\" and adds that \"they have no place in our educational system,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed policy\" and repeats that they \"do not approve.\" The rest of the comment uses strongly negative language like \"this policy is insanity\" and \"CRAZY!\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","political opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am 100% against this\" and calls it a \"ridiculous policy,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also object to restroom access for transgender students, saying a \"male\" should not use the same restroom as his daughter and proposing a separate restroom instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I beg of you not to adopt this plan as is!\" and repeatedly argues the proposed changes are \"HARMFUL\" and would create \"dramatic and, quite possibly traumatic, changes.\" Although they support protecting students from bullying, their overall position is against adopting the regulation because of concerns about bathrooms, changing spaces, and gender fluidity discussions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","changing spaces","parental concerns","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this bill as written\" and later, \"I strongly disapprove of this bill.\" They argue it would create \"confusion and chaos\" and object to bathroom access, pronoun requirements, and disciplinary action, while only suggesting it needs \"major revision.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","pronouns","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and adds that they \"support transgender students in general.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","support for policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disapprove–not mildly, but strongly,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policy. They also dismiss it as an \"esoteric WOKE one,\" indicating opposition to the regulation itself rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronoun policy","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the guidelines are \"absolutely in appropriate for schools & students\" and calls for \"Disapprove of Trans Language.\" They argue against allowing students to change identity without parent knowledge or legal documentation and reject shared bathroom/locker room access, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines\" and repeatedly states they are \"opposed\" to the policy. They argue it is a \"government power grab\" and object to schools helping students explore gender without parental knowledge, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","pronouns","government overreach","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly disagree with the idea\" and calls the policy \"going way too far,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They object specifically to bathroom/locker room access and pronoun requirements, and argue teachers should not be forced to comply.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","pronouns","teacher conscience","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the transgender policy, saying it \"violates\" enrollment, security, and safety rules and that \"It is NOT up to the parents OR the students to identify or change their gender when enrolling in school.\" They argue schools should require legal documents and that principals \"can NOT enroll\" students without them, which is a clear call against the policy's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["student records","privacy","school enrollment","security and safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and repeatedly argues that a \"rigorous policy is needed to protect a vulnerable group of students.\" They frame the regulation as necessary for student safety, acceptance, and well-being, not as something to reject or weaken.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","privacy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"please ammend\" the proposal and argues it should be expanded, not rejected. They criticize the current language as an \"anti-community approach\" and propose additional affirming language for parents, communities, and school boards, indicating support for the regulation with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identification","community input","school policy"]}


{"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 argue that transgender identity is \"subjective, not factual\" and mock the policy with the \"identify as a dog\" example, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science","sex and gender","school policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is NOT a PUBLIC SCHOOL responsibility. Therefore no policy is required\" and calls it \"Overstepping educational scope and responsibilities.\" This indicates opposition to adopting the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy scope","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY disapprove!\" and argues the policy is \"Not the purpose of the educational system.\" They also state, \"This actually hurts all involved,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["education policy","transgender students","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the VDOE proposed guidelines\" and \"I do not approve of the proposed guidelines.\" They also object to the policy on ideological grounds, calling it \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says to \"Remove all language below\" and argues it is \"NOT a PUBLIC SCHOOL responsibility\" to include the cited guidance. They object to the policy language about parents and reporting to CPS, quoting it as something that should not be in the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child protective services","transgender students","school policy","mental health staff"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment contains only the title \"New transgender guidelines\" and no body text, so it does not express approval, opposition, or any substantive position on the regulation. With no additional content, the stance cannot be inferred.","tone":"unclear","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"Totally opposed to these policies,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also state the policies \"undermine parents and religious beliefs,\" indicating substantive opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not pass this bill,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. They also argue it \"discriminates against parents\" and would \"do a real disservice\" to students, indicating opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher workload","transgender students","counseling","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly recommends “removing vague statements” and says there “should not be a Policy for ‘claiming identity’,” indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policy. They argue it creates “a great security threat to ALL” and object to allowing students to assert identity “without any substantiating evidence.”","tone":"negative","tags":["student privacy","school safety","parental rights","transgender policy","identity verification"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"so incredibly destructive\" and predicts it will drive parents and teachers away from public schools. They also reject the policy on religious and parental-rights grounds, asking \"Where are the rights of parents?\" and stating \"Government schools, you do not own our children.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender policies","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"lunacy\" and dismissing transgender identity with \"Give me a birth certificate and I’ll tell you what gender you are.\" The language indicates opposition to the regulation’s recognition and treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender guidelines\" and repeatedly argues they should not be adopted. They object to pronoun requirements, school involvement in gender identity, and bathroom/locker room access, saying the policies are \"inappropriate\" and would violate privacy and safety.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","pronouns","bathroom access","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s approach, urging that schools \"objectively honor them by their biological sex\" and saying \"Do not endanger them\". The title and body frame the regulation as harmful, calling it \"government social experiments\" and \"child abuse,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","student safety","biological sex","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues the proposed policies are \"contradictory\" and quotes multiple provisions to challenge them, including confidentiality rules, self-identification standards, CPS reporting, and pronoun requirements. The overall thrust is criticism of the regulation and concern that it creates problematic obligations for school staff.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","child protective services","pronouns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fundamentally oppose the intent\" and also opposes \"each of the individual articles.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed guidance rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says to \"Remove this statement,\" that the policy \"contradicts\" school enrollment and safety requirements, and recommends \"removing - all together this statement.\" They also object to confidentiality provisions, arguing schools would be \"prohibited from notifying parents\" and that the policy should be rewritten or removed.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","school safety","transgender students","confidentiality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this proposal,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adopting the regulation. No supporting reasons or requests for modification are provided beyond that rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy is a \"non-academic burden on teachers\" and that teachers \"do not need to add this\" to their workload, which indicates opposition to adopting the regulation. The title \"Unnecessary and Irrelevant\" reinforces that they view the policy as unwarranted.","tone":"negative","tags":["teacher workload","administrative burden","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE THIS POLICY!!!\" and repeatedly urges that it \"SHOULD BE REJECTED BY THE VDOE.\" They argue it harms girls, destroys girls sports, and violates religious freedom, all of which indicate clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","school sports","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as \"Totally disgusting\" and says it is \"hurting our most PRECIOUS gifts\". They also call it \"child abuse,\" which indicates clear opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"VDOE please do not do this\" and \"STOP,\" indicating they want the policy rejected. They also argue the government should \"STAY OUT of my FAMILY BUSINESS\" and that these cases should be handled by parents, which opposes the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","government overreach","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not enact or even consider any of these policy guidelines,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The language \"truly abhorrent and disgusting\" further shows strong opposition to the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose Transgender Policies\" and condemns the regulation as \"child abuse\" and \"pure evil.\" The language shows clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","child welfare","family values","religious objections"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I AM AGAINST THIS PROPOSED CHANGE!\" which directly rejects the regulation. The title, \"TRANSDENDER CHANGES,\" also signals opposition to the transgender-related policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not pass these harmful requirements\" and \"VDOE must listen to the outcry of the parents!\" They argue the policy is harmful, creates confusion, removes parents from involvement, and endangers children, especially girls.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% Support\" and asks to \"Please protect trans and non-binary students\". They also state \"This is a step in the right direction\" and offer \"full support,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","support for transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"Invalid\" and \"Biased to ONLY transgender students\" and repeatedly demands to \"Remove statement below.\" They object to allowing transgender students restroom/locker room access without questioning, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies are \"hurtful\" and frames them as dangerous, arguing they should not be adopted. Phrases like \"Opposed to Transgender Policies\" and claims that allowing restroom or locker room access would make an adult \"a danger to those children\" show clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I 100% support the Model Policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. The phrase \"as a current student\" adds personal support but does not change the clear pro-policy stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I 100% support this document\" and praises the guidelines as an \"evidence based approach\" that helps educators support students. They also endorse the document's purpose of preventing \"discrimination and harassment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says to \"Concentrate teaching students classical education and leave social issues to their parents,\" which rejects the regulation's focus on transgender-related school policies. This implies the commenter wants schools to avoid adopting or emphasizing these policies.","tone":"neutral","tags":["parental rights","curriculum","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose the new policies regarding transgender students\" and argues that society should not \"reject reality\" in favor of transgender students' self-perception. The comment frames the policies as harmful and as \"acceptance of erroneous self-perception,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"should not be considered\" and asks to \"Remove this statement,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also object to the quoted gender-neutral dress code language, claiming it will \"cause disruptions and distractions.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["dress code","gender identity","school activities","policy language","student expression"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges approval multiple times, calling it \"an incredible step\" and saying \"please PASS THIS.\" They frame the policy as necessary to \"protect kids from bigotry in schools\" and to protect trans students' rights and fair treatment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","bathroom access","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"These policies will cause more harm then good\" and argues they should not be adopted because they are \"not based in science,\" \"remove parental rights,\" and are \"a disservice to women's sports.\" The overall message is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","women's sports","science","lawsuits","teacher speech"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve!\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policy. No supporting reasons or requests for modification are provided, but the stance against adoption is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies \"very dangerous\" and says Virginia \"should not go down\" this \"slippery slope,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They object to multiple provisions, including transgender student participation in sports, pronoun requirements, and privacy/medical guidance, and argue the policies would encourage harmful outcomes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school sports","pronouns","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do Not Support These Proposed Changes,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The body reinforces opposition by arguing the policies \"will hurt children and adults alike\" and appealing to a religious view of sex and gender.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve!!\" which directly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. There is no qualifying language or request for changes, indicating clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says to \"remove this draft policy statement\" and argues that the policy would improperly keep parents uninformed. They object that staff \"DO NOT have the authority to withhold any information from parents/legal caretakers\" and that parents should be notified and able to intervene.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","FERPA","school notification","student records"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am full support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and praises it as helping \"the success and wellness of all students.\" The statement that the policies \"will truly save lives\" is a strong endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellness","nondiscrimination","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the Virginia Department of Education's efforts to support transgender students with this policy.\" They also affirm that the policy will help protect students' rights and needs, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","student support","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the regulation, calling it \"dystopian garbage\" and mocking it as something that will get the state \"sued into the dark ages.\" The closing line, \"Time for private school!\", signals withdrawal in protest rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","legal concerns","private school"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose such policies\" and argues they \"cause so much harm for our children.\" The rest of the comment reinforces rejection of the regulation by framing it as denying \"truth and facts\" and letting \"feelings take over our education.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student welfare","school policy","parental concerns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"DO NOT approve recommend standard, p12 as written\" and argues it is \"in violation of parental rights.\" They object to school staff withholding a student's transgender status from parents and warn that \"legal lawsuits may follow.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","FERPA","transgender students","school notification"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposed policies \"an overreach\" and says implementing them would be \"potentially more detrimental\" to children, indicating rejection of the regulation. They also object that the policies disrespect parents and \"set a dangerous precedent,\" which reinforces opposition rather than support for adoption with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student privacy","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and asks to \"STOP the pushing social agendas,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The complaint that VDOE should \"GET BACK TO ACTUAL learning\" frames the regulation as an unwelcome priority.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","curriculum priorities","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is not a PUBLIC SCHOOL issue\" and asks to \"Remove statement above,\" indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policy language. They also argue it \"violates Federal enrollment status\" and \"poses a security concern,\" showing they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["security concern","accountability","gender identity","public schools","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support these model policies\" and frames them as promoting \"dignity, respect and safety of ALL persons.\" They also condemn opposition to the policies as \"hateful,\" which reinforces clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","religious perspective"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"DISGUSTING\" and saying \"Do not force teachers, parents and students to go along with your ideological agenda.\" They repeatedly argue it is \"completely discriminatory\" and ask for a \"religious exemption,\" which indicates opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do NOT accept policy as written,\" and argues schools should require \"proper and legal documentation\" rather than allowing asserted names/pronouns without evidence. The repeated emphasis on \"security,\" \"accountability,\" and the claim that the policy is \"vague, unclear and ambiguous\" shows opposition to the regulation as drafted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student records","gender identity","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT agree with these new policies\" and calls the bill \"harmful and disgusting.\" They also argue it will \"do more harm than good\" and object to schools and teachers getting involved, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","student privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose these proposed guidelines\" and repeatedly argues they are an \"overreach\" that should not be imposed in schools. They also call the guidelines \"non factual and wrong,\" claim they \"put children at risk,\" and object to pronoun regulation, facilities sharing, and perceived infringement on parental and religious rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy an \"experiment on children\" and says it will \"create mass confusion,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The question about whether officials want to keep \"causing excellent employees and families to leave\" further argues against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I take exception to the proposed legislation\" and calls it \"an extreme and harmful idea,\" indicating clear opposition. They also object to \"eliminate gender specific language\" and frame it as violating \"freedom of speech\" and \"freedom of religion,\" which shows they do not want the policy adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender-neutral language","religious freedom","free speech","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Remove this recommended policy\" and argues the guidance is \"ambiguous\" and should be \"remove[d] and re-write[n].\" They object to staff being directed to follow a student's \"wishes\" regarding name and pronouns, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","student identity","school staff","policy ambiguity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% SUPPORT THIS POLICY\" and repeatedly endorses it as necessary to ensure transgender students are treated fairly and safely. They describe a harmful experience with pronoun refusal and conclude that schools have a responsibility to provide \"a safe and equitable learning environment for all children.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","student safety","nondiscrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I have several objections\" and repeatedly argues these policies should not be introduced, including \"I will not support them being introduced to your children.\" The comment frames the policies as harmful and contrary to the commenter’s beliefs and parental rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","student mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do NOT support!\" and repeatedly urges, \"Please do not allow this to happen in our school systems!!\" They argue the policies would cause \"horrible consequences\" and \"make so many things worse,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school facilities","student privacy","sports participation","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these proposals\" and states they are \"very much needed for the well-being and safety of all students.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says to \"REMOVE this recommended standard\" and argues that citing transgender students is \"not enough.\" They object to the transgender-specific language and say it should be broadened or omitted, which indicates opposition to the proposed policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bullying prevention","harassment","inclusivity","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, saying \"This is wrong on so many levels\" and warning that it will \"open so many more issues in our schools.\" They argue it would allow predators into restrooms/locker rooms and lead to assaults, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","sexual predators","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"These changes ought not be adopted,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also frame the policy as harmful, saying it \"will penalize faithful Christian students, teachers, and families.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","public schools","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support this,\" and repeatedly urges the policies be \"revisit[ed] and rewrite[n].\" They argue the regulations \"take rights away\" from cisgender students, families, religious communities, and teachers, and object to privacy, restroom, and CPS-related provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy, saying \"This policy does just that\" after arguing to \"accept the science\" and \"embrace God's main message: LOVE ONE ANOTHER.\" They also thank \"the leaders embracing this\" and contrast it with \"hate and denial,\" indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student rights","anti-discrimination","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT SUPPORT\" and argues the policies are \"not clear and poorly written.\" They also object to the idea that \"Students wishes and Students can do what ever they want when they want\" should be in school policy, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["school policy","transgender students","student conduct","clarity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this disgraceful act,\" and argues that officials are \"trying to rule our children\" and \"over ride the rights of parents.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies, framed as a defense of parental rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policies listed in this document\" and repeatedly argues against them as \"morally wrong.\" They object to \"the removal of parental governance and rights,\" \"allowing children to change their gender,\" and penalties for pronoun use, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","pronouns","teacher discipline","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this proposal\" and argues that \"Inclusion for this population is essential.\" They also frame the policies as protective, saying they \"will save lives\" and help students feel \"validated.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy outright, saying \"How dare you try to change what God has created!\" and affirming only that \"God created us male and female.\" This is a clear objection to the transgender student policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the proposed agenda\" and rejects the policy as a \"liberal agenda.\" They also call for different policies, indicating they do not want this regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the model policies\" and repeatedly argues they should not be adopted, calling them \"flawed\" and \"not evidenced based.\" They also criticize specific provisions such as discipline for objecting teachers/students and school authority that would \"interfere with and undermine parental prerogative.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher discipline","student discipline","transgender policies","detransition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this guidance document\" and argues that it will help LGBTQ+ students feel safe and overcome discrimination. The comment endorses the regulation as a needed response to harassment and discrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination"]}