{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects key parts of the proposed policy, saying to \"continue the current designation of school bathrooms\" and objecting to \"the proposed change of pronouns\" as \"disruptive and impractical.\" They also ask that parents be kept informed and that schools not teach related content, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"Oppose\" and argues that \"School is not the place to teach children gender identity,\" indicating they do not want the policy adopted. The statement frames gender identity as a family matter rather than something for the education system, which is a clear rejection of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this shameful policy,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. The word \"shameful\" reinforces that they want it rejected rather than adopted with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy\" and argues it makes her daughter feel unsafe in bathrooms and locker rooms. She asks for an alternative like a \"bathroom nongender,\" indicating rejection of the policy as written rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","student safety","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose the new trans law\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling it \"extremely harmful\" and saying \"I will have no part in it.\" They object to school support for transgender students, bathroom/locker room access, and the policy's impact on parental authority and safety.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"must be nullified\" and argues that allowing gender-identity-based facility access is \"dangerous.\" The comment opposes the regulation on safety and privacy grounds, especially regarding bathrooms and locker rooms.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Thank you Virginia DOE for these policies!\" and \"I am in full support.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation, with no qualifying objections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"oppose this policy\" and repeatedly argues against implementation, stating it would \"cause real psychological damage,\" be \"physically dangerous,\" and show \"disregard for the hard work\" of female athletes. The final sentence asks that rights be considered \"before implementing such a policy,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","school sports","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE!\" and argues that officials should not \"enforce gender promotion\" in schools. They also claim the policy would \"jeopardize the bodily privacy and safety of our children,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Strongly Oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No additional details or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not support this being implemented in the schools,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed policies. The title \"Oppose\" reinforces that the commenter wants the regulation not to be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSE!!!\" and argues that \"nothing else should ever change\" a child's sex, which rejects the regulation's transgender student policies. The religious framing reinforces opposition to the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the policy, calling it \"fantastic\" and saying it is \"making sure that there are things in place for transgendered kids to be equal and have a safe and secure atmosphere.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation and its protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that \"Children need privacy\" and should not be \"joined with other children of the opposite sex\" in bathrooms and locker rooms. This indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies, especially around facility access and privacy.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","sex-segregated facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% OPPOSE\" and repeats \"I do not agree with this idea.\" They also reject the policy as \"crazy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The added claim that \"They will hurt children\" reinforces a negative view of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that the policy is unfair and says it puts \"the rights of the LGBT+ community and especially the Trans community in front of\" women's rights, calling it \"Shameful!!!!!!!!!\" This clearly વિરોધs adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["women's rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","fairness"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSED\" and argues the policy is \"harmful\" and should \"be stopped.\" They also object that it would take rights away from parents and impose \"political agendas,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","political agenda","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these bills\" and endorses \"any legislation that supports basic decency and respect\" for LGBTQ+ and trans kids. They also state it will help schools be \"a safe place,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"should not be approved nor implemented\" and repeatedly argues against it as \"politically biased, unscientific,\" and harmful. They object to provisions on self-identification, bathroom/locker room access, and participation in sex-segregated activities, concluding that \"Self-identification by a minor child should not be the criteria.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","school activities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying officials should not \"promote transgender school policies\" and asking to use tax money to \"provide and protect\" instead. The comment frames the regulation as endangering \"bodily privacy and safety\" and putting children and teachers \"in harms way,\" which indicates clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","transgender policies","taxpayer funding"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly rejects the proposal, calling it \"wrong\" and urging officials to \"reconsider these rules.\" They object to transgender students' rights, privacy from parents, and fears about access to girls' spaces, all indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Utterly Oppose\" and urges officials to \"Stop\" the policy. They argue against transgender inclusion in sports and facilities, stating girls should be with \"biological girls\" only and asking to \"keep sports fair\" and \"keep girls physically and psychologically safe.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly condemns the policy framework as \"Gender Tyranny\" and says \"We must demand more\" to stop it, indicating clear rejection of the transgender student policies. The body argues that schools are \"hiding their children’s new identity from them\" and frames the guidance as harmful indoctrination, which shows opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment strongly rejects the policy’s premise, repeatedly framing transgender identity as harmful and illegitimate, e.g. \"Transgenderism Attacks Our Fundamental Humanity\" and calling it \"a social falsehood.\" It also argues the policy threatens women’s privacy and safety in bathrooms, sports, and shelters, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","bathroom access","women's rights","school sports"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly thanks the agency for \"taking the very important steps to protect our transgender youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no language indicating opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I encourage opposition to this legislation\" and argues it would \"substitute school officials for parents.\" They also object to privacy and notification provisions, saying the legislation has a \"nefarious nature\" and should inform parents about restroom-related concerns and all incidents of bullying or harassment.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Opposed 100%\" and urges to \"leave these kids alone,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They also object to \"pushing these ... ideologies on them,\" which shows opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. The title \"LGBTQ+ in Public Schools\" is consistent with support for the transgender student guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am totally OPPOSED to the proposed transgender policy\" and ends with \"Please DO NOT allow this policy.\" They argue it would \"promote gender confusion,\" hide information from parents, and allow bathroom access they view as unacceptable, all of which indicate clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as a \"liberal transgender ideology\" and says \"The policy does NOT propose\" a proper approach, ending with \"Stop trying to be the parent.\" The comment argues the regulation harms other students, infringes religious freedom, and undermines parental authority, all of which indicate opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy as outside the proper role of schools, saying it is \"not a teachable school project\" and that \"Sexual orientation is not their domain.\" They also argue the issue involves a \"miniscule population that does not need addressing in the schools,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum scope","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this heavy handed policy\" and argues the schools should not be \"promoting gender dysphoria\" or teaching it in every grade. They also say it is \"idealogy over science\" and \"Not your mission,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school mission","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please oppose this new curriculum for all our children.\" They object to teacher training and instruction on gender identity, and argue against the policy's approach to parental notification and transgender inclusion.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","school curriculum","bathroom access","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Halt!\" and objects to the policy as \"mandates promotion of gender confusion\" and a \"campaign to overthrow the moral law,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. The repeated calls to stop the policy and the negative characterization of transgender-related guidance leave little ambiguity.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose,\" which directly states their position against the regulation. The body reinforces this opposition by calling it \"So harmful to children\" and saying it \"encourages lying to parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child welfare","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose transgender in public schools,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. They also argue schools should focus on academics and that \"personal matters\" should be taught at home, indicating opposition to the regulation's subject matter.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","curriculum","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Oppose!!\" and repeats, \"We strongly oppose this!!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation, with the added claim that it is \"unconstitutional\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["constitutional concerns","opposition","transgender students","mandate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"transgender education, bathroom sharing between sexes, and transgenders being able to play sports on opposite sex teams.\" They also argue it is \"damaging and unfair\" and call it \"insanity,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","transgender education","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"transgender education,\" \"sharing restrooms and locker between sexes,\" and transgender students playing on opposite-sex teams. They also state they will \"never send my daughters to public schools as long as this practice is condoned,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","transgender education","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly OPPOSE this legislation,\" which directly states their position against adoption. The additional phrases \"anti-God, anti-family, and anti-American\" reinforce a negative view of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I TOTALLY oppose teaching transgender education in our schools\" and asks, \"Please DO NOT allow this policy.\" They also argue it conflicts with family beliefs and express concern about bathroom access, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender education","parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"a lie\" and \"runs counter to God's Word.\" They say it would \"harm the other children\" and should not be based on \"a very small minority,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.92,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues the policy will cause \"confusion and distress\" for their special needs children and says the issue \"needs to be considered\" before adoption. They frame the suggested accommodation as problematic and conclude that the policy creates \"a dilemma that needs to be addressed,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["special needs","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","segregation"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.18,"stance_rationale":"The comment title says \"Oppose Gender equality in public schools,\" but the body only repeats the regulation description verbatim and does not clearly state support or opposition to the proposed policies themselves. Because the substantive text is copied from the proposal rather than expressing a position, the stance is too vague to classify confidently.","tone":"neutral","tags":["transgender students","public schools","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and frames the policy as \"indoctrination,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The request that kids be taught \"basic reading, writing and arithmetic\" instead of \"someone else’s philosophy\" shows opposition to the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["education curriculum","indoctrination","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly OPPOSE this legislation,\" which directly states their position. They also frame it as \"anti-God, anti-family, and anti-American,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"No, no no!\" and calls it \"indoctrination,\" indicating opposition to adoption. The demand to \"Teach real HISTORY and MATH and ENGLISH\" suggests they want schools to focus on other subjects instead of this guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","education curriculum","indoctrination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues that officials should not \"enforce gender promotion\" in schools. The reference to jeopardizing \"bodily privacy and safety of our children\" indicates rejection of the proposed policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strong support for this policy!\" and repeatedly endorses it, stating \"I commend the Department of Education on taking this step\" toward making schools \"welcoming, safe, and supportive for all students.\" The comment argues the policy benefits transgender students and aligns with pediatric recommendations, indicating approval rather than criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly appose\" the guidance document, which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. The statement is direct and unambiguous, with no qualifying support or neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","taxpayer concern","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed FCPS K-12 transgender changes.\" They also object to \"teaching/promoting\" and \"keeping parents out of decisions,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose government officials having a public mandate to enforce gender promotion in all taxpayer funded schools,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. They also argue it would \"jeopardize the privacy and safety of our children,\" indicating substantive opposition rather than a neutral concern.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","privacy","student safety","parental rights","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"very strongly OPPOSED\" and repeatedly states \"my opposition to this policy guidance.\" They argue it is \"very harmful\" and an \"overreach,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues that officials should not \"enforce gender promotion\" in schools. They also claim the policy would \"jeapardize the privacy and safety of our children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Totally oppose,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The phrase \"God's word is truth!!!\" indicates a religious objection rather than support for the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly support protecting trans youth\" and urges Virginia to provide \"equitable and just treatment.\" They also endorse specific provisions like allowing trans students to \"play sports and use the bathroom\" matching their gender identity, which indicates clear support for the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","school sports","equity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, asking \"Why are we making an issue of bathrooms\" and expressing disapproval with \"Shame on whomever has brought this to the floor.\" The comment frames the regulation as harmful \"confusion\" for children and asserts a binary view of sex, indicating opposition to transgender-inclusive school policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","parental concerns","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.61,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"government and schools should implement a choice for transgender kids to build a bathroom for them,\" which endorses providing accommodations for transgender students. Although the title says \"Strongly opposed,\" the body text clearly supports the policy goal of transgender-specific bathroom access rather than rejecting the regulation.","tone":"neutral","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","school facilities","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support requirements that schools support trans students and protect them from bullying,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. Calling it \"a good start\" further indicates approval, even if they may want stronger measures later.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose public schools promoting transgender education\" and objects to bathrooms, locker rooms, and sports participation for transgender students. They argue the policy is \"HARMFUL\" and \"risky,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and endorses transgender students using facilities in line with their gender. They also support gender-neutral bathrooms with stalls and removing stigma, which aligns with adopting the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!!\" and asks officials to \"support it.\" They also state that the policy will help \"support all students and make all feel welcome,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equality","welcoming schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Very strongly opposed\" and repeats \"Opposed!\". The phrase \"This is absolutely wrong on so many levels!\" clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says government officials \"do not have a public mandate to enforce gender promotion\" in schools, which rejects the regulation’s purpose. They also argue for a different balance around \"body privacy and safety,\" implying opposition to the proposed transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","student safety","public schools","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies \"do not help; they hinder and deceive.\" They reject accommodating transgender students and call the proposal \"reprehensible,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","parental rights","school policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I think all of these comments demonstrate why there is such a strong need for these model policies\" and repeatedly frames the guidance as necessary to \"protect actual children from bullying and harassment.\" They also state it is \"for the better to try to prevent harassment at schools and let children focus on learning,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["bullying prevention","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","harassment","teacher training"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"evil\" and urging that \"common sense and decency prevail,\" which indicates opposition to adoption. They also argue it threatens bathroom privacy and parental rights, saying it \"does not give non transgender students the right to private bathroom facilities\" and takes away parents' rights to talk to their children.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","student safety","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support the proposed policy\" and argues it \"infringes on the rights of students\". They oppose allowing transgender students to use male or female bathrooms and instead propose a separate \"transgender bathroom.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","student rights","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Firmly oppose,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this in the school system what so ever,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. There is no indication of support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the transgender model policies\" and repeatedly argues against them as \"strictly political\" and lacking \"common sense.\" They also reject the idea that schools should have authority over parents, saying \"you know best for the children and not their parents is absolute insanity.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school authority","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"appalled by these changes,\" which clearly signals rejection of the proposed policies. Their statement that children should be \"guided into truth\" rather than \"allowed to make up these thoughts\" indicates opposition to the regulation's approach to transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as \"pure child abuse\" and calls it \"absolute abuse of power,\" indicating they want it rejected. They object to schools \"promoting propaganda\" and teaching children about sexuality, saying that is \"a parents' responsibility, not the public school systems'.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex education","school curriculum","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to shared restrooms,\" which directly rejects a key part of the transgender student policies. They also object to the school system imposing a belief and emphasize parental control over their child's well-being, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policy should not be implemented, calling it \"highly discouraged\". They claim it is unsafe and would \"put our children at risk,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","sexual abuse"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and calls the policy \"Completely inappropriate.\" The phrase \"Perpetuating more confusion\" indicates rejection of the regulation rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student decision-making"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as \"child abuse\" and warns that it will \"subject[] children to abuse,\" which indicates clear opposition to adoption. The statement \"The doors this will open cannot be closed\" and \"Be prepared\" further frame the regulation as harmful and unacceptable.","tone":"negative","tags":["child safety","lawsuits","transgender students","school policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"overstepping and NOT okay\" and argues it is \"highly intrusive.\" They also object to its effects on bathrooms, locker rooms, pronoun use, and girls' sports, indicating they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","pronouns","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and warns that parents will \"remove their kids\" and schools will have to \"lay off all of your educators,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The comment does not offer support or a neutral question; it is a clear warning against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school enrollment","transgender policies","education funding"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"extremely disappointed\" the policies were written and objects to \"pushing this in the school system,\" which clearly rejects adoption. The statement \"I don't even feel safe... if this passes\" reinforces opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","school safety","parental concern","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose VDOE proposed transgender policies\" and ends with \"Please reject this proposal!\" They argue the policy \"removes parents' rights\" and should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the new transgender legislation\" and repeatedly states \"I do not support this proposed legislation.\" They argue it violates parents' rights, student privacy, and fairness in sports, and ask for more data before approval.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and then reinforces rejection with \"Sexual abuse. No no no,\" indicating the commenter wants the regulation rejected. Although the rationale is terse and not fully explained, the overall message is clearly ضد the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","sexual abuse"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and urges, \"Say no and protect our children,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The phrasing frames the regulation as a threat to children, supporting an oppositional stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not support this bill,\" and the title says \"Strongly Oppose!\" This clearly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives a title of \"Strong opposition\" and uses condemnatory language such as \"WRONG.\" They argue the policy will lead to harmful outcomes like \"More teen pregnancies! More abuse\" and object to \"Exposing kids to sexuality at a young age,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","sexuality education","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"VERY STRONGLY OPPOSED TO THE TRANSGENDER POLICY\" and states it \"cannot be forced upon our children.\" They also reject the policy’s premise by saying \"Transgenderism is NOT normal\" and that we should not be \"forced to accept it.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues the proposed policies \"do not seem to also equally consider the rights of others\" and says \"Parents should be the authority, not the state,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written. They also object to being \"forced to use\" pronouns and frame the policy as infringing on free speech, conscience, and religious rights, while only conceding that bullying should not be excused.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","free speech","religious freedom","pronouns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose transgender policy\" and argues that implementing it would expose children to unwanted circumstances. They say not separating male and female could \"open[] a door for sexual assault or rape\" and insist schools \"need to adhere to the separation in order to protect our children,\" which clearly rejects the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","sex separation","parental rights","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support these model policies\" and frames them as necessary for \"equality\" and protection of \"our trans youth.\" The comment also urges adoption by saying \"It’s time to correct this,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","equality","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"NO, Opposed\" and argues that bathroom and shower access should be based on birth sex: \"If you were born a boy, you go to the boys room.\" They also reject the policy’s approach by proposing an alternative of \"single people bath rooms\" and questioning the cost of renovations, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school facilities","privacy","transgender students","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to this legislation\" and recommends against it, stating these laws \"would be terrible for VA.\" They also argue for parental control and against bathroom access for transgender students, which indicates rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","transgender students","school facilities","minors consent"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this bill\" and argues it is \"inappropriate for children\" and should not be integrated into public school curriculum. This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","curriculum","child appropriateness"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am fervently opposed\" and ends with \"Please oppose these polices.\" They argue the policies are \"political,\" \"evil,\" and an \"attempt to indoctrinate our children,\" indicating clear rejection rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"Strongly disapprove of the wording of this bill\" and calls it \"absolutely crazy,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The statement that it is \"confusing children even more\" shows opposition to the policy’s substance, not a request for clarification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student wellbeing","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Strongly opposed,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"do agree in some aspects\" but explicitly rejects key parts of the policy, especially counseling children about being transgender \"without my knowledge nor consent\" and says they would \"definitely pull my children from public school should this Bill pass.\" The overall thrust is opposition to the regulation as written, even while suggesting alternatives like individual changing rooms and single-person restrooms.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s implications, stating \"No male needs to be in a female bathroom or locker room\" and \"Strongly disagree.\" The comment argues against allowing transgender students access to sex-segregated facilities, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","gender identity","transgender students","sex-segregated facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"do not support this what so ever\" and argues against gender identity recognition by saying \"It’s only two genders male and a female end of story!\" This indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed Transgender policy\" and repeatedly argues against it, including \"Please do not impose these policies\" and \"How dare you usurp that in a school setting.\" The comment objects to pronoun support and confidentiality provisions, especially \"Keeping this information from their parents is criminal.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly indicates rejection of the guidance document. No additional 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 very strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The religious justification that \"GOD Almighty made males and females\" and \"I stand on what GOD says\" reinforces that they do not want the policy adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and argues the policies are \"irresponsible\" and \"reprehensible.\" They further state, \"These proposed policies do not help; they hinder and deceive,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","student welfare","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the proposed policies related to gender identity\" and repeatedly argues against the policies as written. They object to schools not notifying parents and to allowing students to use facilities and participate in activities consistent with gender identity, stating that parents should be \"always fully involved\" and that decision-making should \"reside with the parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeats \"OPPOSE THIS TRANSGENDER,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting or neutral language appears.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Support!\" and describes the policy as \"desperately needed\" for \"the health and safety of transgender students.\" They also praise it as \"thorough, flexible and respectful,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"ABSOLUTELY DO NOT AGREE\" and denouncing it as \"CRAP.\" They argue against the underlying premise of transgender student protections by stating \"There are 2 genders male and female thats it\" and \"GOD DOES NOT MAKE MISTAKES.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","gender identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"strongly oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm honored to support this guidance\" and repeatedly endorses protections for transgender youth, including making sure they are \"safe and welcomed at their school.\" The comment frames the policy as necessary to reduce bullying and support student well-being.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender youth","school support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to the Model Policies\" and states the document \"should not\" be approved. They argue it fails to protect religious or personal beliefs and claim approval would amount to \"religious discrimination,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the model policies for the treatment of transgender individuals\" and the title reads \"Strongly oppose the transgender policies.\" They repeatedly argue the policies are harmful and should be kept out of schools, saying to \"leave your sexual re-engineering out of the schools\" and \"stick to the science.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","sex education","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"trash\" and saying schools have \"absolutely NO business\" being involved in children's sexuality. They also object to schools \"push[ing] a minority narrative,\" which indicates opposition to the regulation's transgender-student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","sexuality education","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and argues schools should not \"promote, celebrate, or force such confusion on our children.\" They also say the policies \"do not help\" and that schools should not \"violate parents rights and harm children,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender dysphoria","child welfare","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students\" and argues against allowing transgender students in \"the locker room with the opposite genders.\" The final sentence, \"This will make other students very uncomfortable,\" reinforces rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","locker rooms","privacy","student comfort","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strong Support\" and urges the policy makers to \"love people that God loves,\" indicating approval of the transgender student policies. The body affirms that \"Trans people deserve love and safety and validation of their identity,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student safety","identity affirmation"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We support the guidance\" and repeatedly argues that transgender people should be welcomed and treated equally. The comment frames the regulation as consistent with Christian values of hospitality, justice, and inclusion.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","nondiscrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am stridently opposed to HB 145 and SB161,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue it should be \"left entirely up to parents\" and call the bills \"clearly unconstitutional,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","private schools","constitutionality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose new gender guidelines and policies,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The additional statements that \"Parents should be supported and not undermined\" and \"Parental rights matter\" reinforce opposition based on parental rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"strongly opposed\" to the proposed \"transgender and bathroom laws\" and calls the policy \"morally wrong\" and \"not in the best interest of our children.\" They also argue it would make girls fearful in bathrooms and infringe on parental rights, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student safety","privacy","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly oppose these issues being taught as normal in our schools,\" which directly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. They also argue it is \"detrimental\" for children, indicating clear opposition rather than a neutral question or factual remark.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student welfare","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that the guidelines \"take parents out of any role\" and are \"ridiculous.\" They object to bathroom access based on identity and to pronoun requirements, indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","pronouns","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment is explicitly titled \"Strongly Oppose\" and quotes Romans 1 to condemn the policy's subject matter as sinful and contrary to God. It provides no support or suggested improvements, only a religious objection to transgender-related policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against core elements of the policy, including bathroom access, pronoun use, and school handling of gender questioning. They also object to any punishment of parents who affirm a child's \"biological sex,\" indicating rejection of the regulation's transgender-supportive provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","parental rights","gender identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose\" and \"I oppose this new orthodoxy wholeheartedly,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They argue the policies would \"cause... confusion, grief, and harm to our children\" and describe them as \"indoctrination,\" showing opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","schoolchildren","indoctrination","student harm"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and \"I fully support the proposed regulations for gender expansive students.\" They also endorse specific provisions like \"educating faculty, staff, and students about gender identity\" and \"ensuring equitable opportunities for all students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","equity","staff training","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Emphatically OPPOSE\" and states \"This policy would allow for a host of physical, mental, and emotional abuses.\" They also argue it would \"violate my parental rights,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"REJECT THE PROPOSED HARMFUL TRANSGENGER POLICY\" and argues the policies \"harmfully insert the government into a sensitive area properly reserved for parents.\" They also say, \"Don't sundermine the parental role any further,\" which clearly opposes adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender policy","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this!\" and objects to transgender-inclusive bathroom and locker room access, stating they do not want \"a boy to be able to use the same bathroom or locker room as my daughter.\" They also argue that \"The parents should have the final say,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and dismisses the policy as \"Not a core subject,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The rhetorical question \"Are you going to start teaching religion too?\" suggests criticism of the policy's appropriateness in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["curriculum scope","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues the model policies are \"unconstitutionally and unlawfully\" created and says they \"constitute a religious test for employment,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected. They repeatedly criticize the guidance as forcing employees to use \"unnatural, made up pronouns\" and conclude it is \"not about equality, they are about conformity.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","pronouns","LGBTQ+ inclusion","constitutional rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and calls the policy \"a terrible overreach.\" They also reject the subject matter, saying \"teach my children how to read and write, not sexuality,\" which indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this guidance document.\" They also argue it \"opposes science and undermines the role of parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","science","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says policies that require people to violate their beliefs \"must be vigorously opposed\" and repeatedly argues the proposal is harmful, \"scientifically wrong and medically dangerous,\" and an attack on \"parental rights\" and \"freedom of conscience.\" The overall thrust is to reject the transgender student policies rather than amend them.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE the VDOE's proposed transgender policies\" and urges, \"Do not take away parents' ability to parent.\" They also argue \"This should not be the schools' business,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school authority","education scope"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"reject these policies\" and frames the proposal as harmful, stating it will \"endanger students-all students.\" They argue it would force students to share bathrooms with the opposite sex and hide information from parents, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student safety","privacy","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly and vehemently oppose this new policy\" and repeats, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THIS!!\" They also urge, \"Stop this new policy at once,\" which clearly indicates rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student sexuality","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are in \"strong support of educational equity for trans and non-binary students\" and \"strongly support these proposed regulations.\" They also argue the rules are necessary to protect students and their educational opportunities, saying they \"can be a matter of life and death.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","educational equity","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also argue it \"takes away parental rights\" and will cause \"disunity and disruption,\" reinforcing that they want the policy rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","school disruption","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"horrible\" and saying \"This is overstepping.\" They object specifically to transgender-inclusive bathroom and locker room access, stating, \"My daughter won’t be in the same bathroom or locker room with a boy!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We OPPOSE - in the STRONGEST POSSIBLE TERMS\" the proposed policies. They also argue the policies are a \"safety issue\" and a \"parental rights issue,\" and say students should be \"PROTECTED\" from them, indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Support,\" which directly indicates approval of the regulation. They further state, \"This is good for all children,\" reinforcing support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose in the strongest of terms\" and argues against allowing transgender students access to girls' locker rooms and showers. They warn of \"outrage,\" \"lawsuits,\" and \"sexual assault\" if the policy is adopted, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose this\" in reference to the proposed transgender student policies. The reason given — \"parents need to be involved in their children's lives\" — indicates opposition to the regulation as written, likely on parental rights grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Opposed to Transgender Ideology\" and frames itself as against the proposed policies. The repeated phrase \"In Favor of Science and Safety for Girls and Boys\" indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected or weakened rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","sex-specific facilities","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am strongly opposed to the use of transgender language in the public schools,\" which directly rejects the regulation’s transgender-related guidance. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"We have to oppose this\" and argues the proposal is \"absurd\" and an \"evil\" being imposed on children. They also frame it as government overreach that would remove parents' ability to protect their children, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","student safety","religious/moral opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the model policies guidance document\" and praises the policies as creating \"a safe environment free from discrimination.\" The comment argues the guidance should be adopted because it promotes inclusion and affirmation for transgender and gender nonconforming youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"vehemently opposed\" to the transgender policies and explicitly asks to \"vote against any such legislation.\" They frame the proposal as harmful to children and incompatible with religious beliefs, indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and frames the policy as \"basic human rights\" that are \"needed to protect an often vulnerable population.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["human rights","transgender students","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges officials to \"leave it alone\" and says the government should not \"program or re-program our children,\" indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The comment frames the regulation as harmful and claims it would \"sexualize\" children, which is a clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child welfare","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","sexualization"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy,\" which directly states rejection of the regulation. They also object that it \"infringes on students rights and also infringes on parental rights,\" reinforcing opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student rights","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly oppose the proposed VDOE policies for transgender students\". They frame the policies as \"special treatment or favor\" for one group \"to the detriment of other students,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","equal treatment","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this policy,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. The follow-up phrase, \"Protect our innocent children,\" reinforces opposition rather than offering support or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"absolutely damaging\" and that it \"must be stopped,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. They also argue that schools have \"no right\" to interfere with parents raising children and describe transition as causing \"terrible, terrible damaging consequences.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the state taking on the role of parent\" and calls the policy \"egregious,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The remark \"Do what we say or we will take your kids!\" further shows opposition to the state guidance and its perceived enforcement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it does not \"justify the adoption of transexual social philosophy as biological orthodoxy\" and arguing that \"Legislating that we teach children otherwise\" will cause problems. The comment frames the guidance as contrary to biological reality and harmful to those who disagree with it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","biology","education curriculum","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"This is unacceptable\" and frames the policy as government overreach, asking \"Where does this intrusion stop?\" They also title the comment \"Oppose Transgender 'Police',\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["government overreach","transgender students","free speech","harassment lawsuits"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please, strongly support,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. They also add that \"This is good for all children,\" reinforcing approval of the protections for transgender and non-binary students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the school system in any way addressing this issue of transgender,\" which clearly rejects the regulation’s subject matter. The statement is broad and unqualified, indicating opposition to the policy itself rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Support\" and says \"Our trans students deserve the same respect and safe school environment\" and that \"it's time we step up as a society to support them.\" This clearly endorses adopting the regulation and its protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to this policy\" and argues it \"goes way beyond prevention of bullying\" and \"crosses the line to forced promotion of a politicized gender ideology.\" Although they affirm that students should be protected from harm and harassment, the overall position is clearly against adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender ideology","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policies are \"an attack on the role of parents\". They object to bathroom/locker room access, privacy from parents, and say the policies would conflict with \"faith, conscience, and biology,\" all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and calls the policies \"confusing and harmful to children.\" They also argue the issue is \"not the business of schools\" and urge parents to \"remove your children from public schools,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","parental rights","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"confuse and hurt everyone\" and calls it an \"irreversably damaging policy.\" They argue that \"pushing the agenda\" is harmful and say children should not be supported in gender identity, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","child welfare","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Quit messing with the well-being of our children\" and \"quit trying to change established science!\" They argue against accommodating transgender students and frame the regulation as harmful to \"normal boys and girls.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science","student well-being","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this transgender policy\" and argues against changing restroom and locker room access. They frame the policy as increasing risk, saying it would \"elevate the sexual assault risk factor,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","transgender policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!!!!\" and argues that officials should not \"enforce gender promotion\" in schools. The reference to jeopardizing \"bodily privacy and safety\" shows clear rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeats \"STRONGLY OPPOSE THIS VERY HARMFUL POLICY,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The phrase \"very harmful\" shows the objection is substantive rather than procedural.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the proposal\" and asks to \"continue to support ALL our students.\" They also endorse the goal of ensuring transgender students have \"a safe and respectful school environment,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We support the transgender student guidance\" and the title reads \"Strongly Support.\" They also give reasons favoring adoption, saying it is needed to promote \"safety, education, acceptance, and equality for all children.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equality","acceptance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"strongly oppose Statewide Transgender Policy draft\" and says \"I object to some of the recommended standards.\" They criticize parental notification, abuse reporting, dress code, restroom access, and school athletics, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","dress code","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE the model\" and repeats \"STRONG OPPOSITION\" throughout the comment. They argue it is outside the scope of public education and would \"subject the remaining segments of society to such discrimination,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public education scope","discrimination","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policy’s\" and objects to multiple core elements, including \"parents not being able to tell their children what is right or wrong\" and the idea that \"there should be separate bathrooms.\" These statements indicate rejection of the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","transgender policy","student privacy","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance\" and repeats, \"I support this draft guidance.\" They also endorse being \"inclusive to all people and protecting the rights of all,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender equality","nondiscrimination","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support LGBTQ+ kids\" and frames the regulation as aligned with treating others with respect and love. The title also says \"Support,\" reinforcing a clear pro-adoption position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student respect","anti-bullying","community support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"we MUST support kids in their gender identity\" and the title reads \"ALL MUST STRONGLY SUPPORT!!\" They also endorse pronoun use, bathroom access, and trans rights, which aligns with adopting the regulation as written or strengthened.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","bathroom access","pronouns","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Oppose!\" and states this is \"not a policy that should be forced on my children.\" They object to \"another gender entering a bathroom, shower or locker room,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student privacy","school facilities","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"100% Support\" and says \"I fully support this guidance.\" They also endorse the policy’s goals, saying all students deserve \"dignity and respect\" and to feel \"safe and fully included.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am absolutely opposed to the Model Policies\" and calls the proposal \"appalled\" and asks, \"What are you thinking?\" They argue it \"opens the door for bullying and discrimination,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bullying prevention","discrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Full support\" and adds the purpose \"to help our transgender students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. There is no opposing language or ambiguity.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states, \"I emphatically oppose,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, opening with \"Never, it's against the law\" and repeatedly urging officials to \"leave the radical abnormal aspects out of the classroom\" and \"do not take any tax money.\" The comment argues the regulation is harmful and should not be adopted, framing it as a \"social experiment\" on children.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school curriculum","student mental health","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"enact policies\" and \"do the right thing\" to protect transgender and LGBT youth. The body endorses the regulation’s goals of preventing discrimination, bullying, and harassment and calls it \"a moral imperative.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Do Not Support This\" and argues the proposal is \"child abuse\" and \"evil,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation. They also object to being \"forced into any type of speech or behavior\" that conflicts with their beliefs, showing they want the policy rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","free speech","child welfare","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Fully Support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, calling for \"commonsense structures to ensure their safety and inclusion.\" They also criticize opposing approaches as \"draconian, backwards policies\" that \"invite bullying and exclusion,\" indicating clear support for adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this proposition,\" and argues the policies are unworkable because gender identity is \"completely subjective\" and could be exploited. They also object that the policies provide \"no exceptions or accommodations\" for religious or conscience-based objections, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","religious freedom","parental rights","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of this policy\" and frames it as necessary to \"protect this vulnerable group of people\" and promote \"equality in our Commonwealth.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","equality","student protection"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against the policies by saying \"Please allow the parents to parent.\" They also warn of negative consequences if the policies are adopted: \"You will see a mass exit from public schools if these policies are passed.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support!\" and repeatedly urges approval: \"Please give children this safe space and respect and honor for their identities.\" The comment endorses the policy’s purpose of supporting transgender students and protecting them from harm.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","safe space","identity support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE the model\" and repeats \"STRONG OPPOSITION\" throughout the comment. They argue it is \"outside the scope and purpose of public education\" and claim it would \"limit the rights of others,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public education scope","privacy","discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I 100% support all efforts\" and endorses ensuring \"ALL students in Virginia have equal access to a safe and supportive learning environment.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equal access","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support!\" and argues that \"it is our duty to protect them\" and give transgender students \"the same rights as all children in our schools,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The comment expresses approval of the policy’s protective intent rather than criticism or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equal rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to these suggested policies\" and argues schools should not have influence \"without parental knowledge and consent.\" They also reject transgender students' access to \"locker rooms, overnight accommodations on school trips, or bathrooms,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's core provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","school trips","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"support this measure\" and frames the policy as necessary to protect transgender students from \"bullying, violence, and mental health stresses.\" The comment cites the American Academy of Pediatrics and argues the regulation would improve safety and access to appropriate facilities.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","bullying prevention","bathroom access","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks policymakers to \"support and protect trans youth\" and says, \"Please enact this legislation.\" They frame the regulation as necessary to make the community \"more equitable and safe,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","mental health","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","equity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the proposed transgendered policies in education.\" They also state the opposition is \"based on my Catholic faith,\" indicating a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender policy","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Support\" and states they \"embrace and support the transgender community.\" They further endorse respectful treatment and inclusion by saying transgender people \"deserve support and love\" and \"to be treated with respect.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student respect","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are in \"strong support\" of \"protecting our transgendered children & teens at school\" and endorses the policy's protective purpose. The statement \"We need to protect their children\" indicates approval of the regulation rather than opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges policymakers to \"support their safety and mental health in the public school system\" and says, \"Please stand up for Virginia’s youth by supporting\" the policy. They also recommend using WPATH Standards of Care as a guide, indicating approval of the regulation with possible strengthening.","tone":"positive","tags":["mental health","transgender youth","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. They further justify support by stating the policies \"help to create a safe and welcoming space for transgender youth\" and promote \"equity, equality, and respect for all students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","equity","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. They also argue it would be \"harmful to more children then it would be helpful\" and urge, \"Let parents parent,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in strong support of this proposal\" and frames it as \"protecting our transgender children & teens at school.\" The rest of the comment reinforces approval of the regulation’s purpose, calling for respect and protection for trans students.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support Virginia School Transgender Policies\" and argues that allowing \"Boys/men allowed in girls bathroom\" will create \"fear\" and \"unnecessary and bizarre sexual problems.\" The questions about teachers' lounges, dressing rooms, and bathrooms are rhetorical and clearly express opposition to the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student privacy","school facilities","transgender policies","fear"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"not in favor\" of the policy, which clearly indicates opposition. The title \"oppose girls going topless\" suggests concern about sex-specific school rules and perceived indecency related to transgender policy implementation.","tone":"negative","tags":["sex-specific dress codes","student privacy","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the implementation of this policy\" and \"fully and whole-heartedly support these policies.\" They also argue it is \"critical to protecting our trans youth\" and creating \"a safe and inclusive educational environment,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the transgender policies,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The statement that it is \"the parents' job\" rather than \"the law and an overworked, untrained teacher\" further indicates opposition to school-based implementation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school authority","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The comment appears to object to the policy by invoking a feared consequence: \"boys enter girls' bathroom,\" followed by \"so sad and scary.\" This indicates concern that the regulation would allow or encourage bathroom access the commenter opposes.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this\" and repeatedly argues for adopting the policies to create a \"safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all children.\" They also state, \"I want this for our school systems,\" which clearly endorses the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support this Transgender policy\" and states that \"This policy must be supported\" to protect transgender youth. The comment clearly endorses adoption of the regulation and frames it as compassionate and protective.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in strong support of these measures\" and \"stand with and for children of all genders,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. The final sentence, \"Everyone, but especially children, deserve to be supported,\" reinforces approval of the regulation's inclusionary goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","equality","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support these policies\" and adds that \"Anything and everything needs to be done to protect trans children,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no opposing language or qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I oppose\" and criticizes the policy as something the state should not do without family input. The statement that \"Hiding the child's transgender issue\" is harmful indicates rejection of the transgender student guidance rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","family involvement","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy will force teachers and administrators to \"go against conscience\" and implies they should not be subject to it. The closing remarks criticize the regulation as worsening the problem and causing \"hidden communication with parents,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","teacher conscience","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Support inclusion and equity,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose and adoption. There is no language indicating any objection or qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equity","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this school policy\" and argues against the regulation by claiming girls are being discriminated against and expressing concern about boys entering locker rooms. The overall message is that the policy should not be adopted in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.05,"stance_rationale":"The comment is too vague and appears off-topic: \"Can we rent port a potties for the front lawn of school\" followed by \"Yes, rent port a potties.\" It does not clearly express support for or opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"unclear","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose it in its entirety!!\" and the title reads \"Oppose in the strongest terms,\" leaving no ambiguity about their position. The body also criticizes the policies as undermining family and being \"a complete abandonment of science and biology,\" indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family values","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender policies","student welfare"]}