{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very against this bill\" and argues that it \"undermines parents\" and subverts \"parents’ rights.\" They object to schools keeping a child's transition-related information secret and say it is \"immoral,\" indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school notification","transition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose - referendum,\" which clearly indicates the commenter does not want the regulation adopted as written and prefers it be put to a referendum. No supportive language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["referendum","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly Opposed\" and says \"These proposals are harmful to all children.\" They object to pronoun guidance and shared facilities, stating the policies are \"not only irresponsible but grievously morally wrong.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the protection of transgender students!\" This directly endorses the proposed policies and indicates approval rather than criticism or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely support this,\" which directly endorses the regulation. The additional reference to their role as CEO of SHAPE America reinforces that this is a favorable public comment rather than a neutral statement.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly rejects the policy with the title \"NO NO NO\" and the statement \"This is disgraceful and absurd,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. No supportive or neutral policy discussion is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy would \"further divide\" people and should not be imposed. They object to \"allowing transgender students to use their restroom of choice\" and say the curriculum should be \"opted OUT and not into it,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","curriculum","parental rights","local control"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and ends with \"Support trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The body also argues that all children deserve support regardless of gender expression, reinforcing approval of the policy's protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting any opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policy on transgender,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is provided beyond that direct مخالفة.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and tells the agency to \"Stop pushing your beliefs on the public,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed policies. The language is directed against the regulation rather than asking for clarification or offering neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policy on transgender,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policy on transgender,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. The statement is direct and unambiguous, with no qualifying support or request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"how much with this document I disagree\" and calls it \"not appropriate at this time,\" indicating opposition to adoption. They also criticize it as placing \"more emphasis on pronouns than education\" and being \"confusing, convoluted\" and punitive, which shows they want it rejected or substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","education priorities","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and states \"Your guidelines do more harm than good,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also argue it is \"child abuse\" and an \"abuse of power,\" which shows they want the policies rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","child welfare","religious freedom","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"No transgender promotion in schools\" and that \"sexuality and gender identity issues should not become a part of the classroom and curriculum.\" They argue the guidance is \"wrong to force these issues onto the majority\" and should be handled privately, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum","parental rights","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this initiative\" and adds, \"We need equity for all students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. There is no opposing language or request to weaken the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["equity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and repeats that position in the body. There is no qualifying language or criticism of the proposed regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly support!\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":["support","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against children \"changing in front of the opposite sex\" and being \"out in public especially at school,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The threat to \"take my son out of school\" and homeschool their daughter further shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and provides no contrary language. This is a clear endorsement of the proposed regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"very concerned about the safety of our children\" and links the policy to \"their vulnerability to sex trafficking,\" which signals opposition based on perceived safety risks. They do not offer support or neutral information; the comment frames the regulation as dangerous.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","sex trafficking","transgender policy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against children \"changing in front of the opposite sex\" at school. They also threaten to withdraw their children from public school if the policy is implemented, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against children \"changing in front of the opposite sex\" and being \"out in public especially at school,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The threat to \"take my son out of school\" and homeschool their daughter further shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"supported\" and urges that we \"Protect all students.\" They further endorse the policy goals by stating \"The first step is education and safety\" and that children should have the chance to \"learn\" and \"understand.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","education","inclusion","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"It's time you educators stopped and rethought your transgender rules\" and argues that boys who identify as girls should not be allowed in \"girls' sports\" or \"girls' restrooms.\" The statement that the policy would \"destroy female sports forever\" shows clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school sports","bathroom access","sex-specific facilities","Title IX"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly Support,\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are included.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and describes the policy as \"atrocious,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement that the government is trying to \"destroy community\" further shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","community impact"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please take this as my support\" for the policy and argues that all students should be afforded education regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. They also endorse providing \"a safe space for our Transgender, Nonbinary, and Queer students\" in Virginia public schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","safe schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"OPPOSED\" and rejects the policy as \"not biologically fact or science based,\" which indicates opposition to adoption. No supportive or neutral language appears.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science-based policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment is explicitly titled \"Support\" and quotes a statement emphasizing that transgender people \"want to be treated with dignity and respect,\" which aligns with approving the proposed policies. It does not raise objections or request weakening the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and adds that supporting the bill is \"absolutely absurd,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. There is no request for changes or neutral inquiry, only opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says \"Strongly Support,\" and the body rejects opposition by saying, \"I am simply tired of debating human rights.\" This indicates clear approval of the regulation and its protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["human rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Strongly Support\" and \"I am in full support!\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["support","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Model Policies\" and repeatedly urges adoption: \"Please support your trans students.\" The comment frames the policies as necessary to \"protect, support, validate and help trans students in school\" and to create a safer environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states they are \"strongly opposed to this,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE these mandates\" and asks to \"protect our children\" from the policy. The body argues against transgender recognition as \"false ideology\" and says \"There is nothing in between,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the proposed policies\" and repeatedly argues that \"Putting policies of protection in place can only help\" transgender students. The comment also expresses hope that these policies will have a \"positive effect\" on students' mental health and ability to thrive.","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 \"Strongly oppose!\" and argues the policy is \"terrifying\" and unsafe. They object to pronoun/name use, bathroom and locker room access, and girls' sports participation, indicating they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","girls' sports","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No additional context suggests any nuance or support for modifications.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support!!\" and frames the policy as protecting dignity and safety: \"Everyone deserves to be in a place where others are not hostile to their existence.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"protect trans kids now!\", which clearly endorses the regulation’s goal of protecting transgender students. It offers no criticism or conditions, only a direct call for support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Support\" and argues that \"children have the right to self-determination\" and should be treated respectfully as who they \"believe they are.\" This clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","respect","self-determination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s goals, stating that transgender students \"deserve to be treated with dignity and respect\" and that ensuring they feel \"safe, supported, and included\" is a step Virginia should take. The title \"SOS: Support Our Students\" also signals approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","dignity and respect","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support!\" and states, \"My support of this bill is built on this belief.\" They also endorse \"safe and inclusive environments for children in our schools,\" which aligns with adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and calls the policy an \"outrage,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The statement اعتراضs to the idea that parents could be charged with abuse or neglect for affirming their child's sex, which is a direct criticism of the transgender policy framework.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","child welfare","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly frames themselves as favoring separation of church and state and mocks the need for a religiously based opposition argument, which aligns with supporting the proposed transgender student policies. The title also says \"SUPPORT,\" reinforcing the pro-regulation position.","tone":"positive","tags":["separation of church and state","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly argues the policies are an \"overreach,\" \"overly biased,\" and \"contrary to the constitutionally protected religious freedoms,\" and says the language should be modified to protect parents' rights. Although they suggest some edits, the overall position is that the regulation as written should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","privacy","transgender students","CPS"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly agree to allow trans protection in public schools\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, stating that \"protecting trans youth is not wrong\" and that these children \"deserve to be safe.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT TRANS KIDS\" and criticizes failing to protect children, which clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policies. The comment does not request changes or raise objections; it expresses direct approval of the regulation's protective aims.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Completely support!\" and \"I strongly support this!\" indicating clear approval of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly says they \"do not agree with this,\" that it is \"absolutely NOT in the place of the school to encourage or help a child\" with transgender issues, and that they would withdraw their children if the policy is adopted. Although they express sympathy for transgender people, the overall position is clearly against the regulation and its school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school authority","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly in favor\" and argues the state should educate \"ALL resident children\" in a safe environment. They support protections for transgender students, stating they have a right to education \"without abuse or harassment\" and that no one should infringe on their rights based on gender expression.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance to protect transgender youth,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE\" and argues the policy changes will \"endanger other non-trans children and their families.\" They also state that the proposal is \"not in the way that is proposed here,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"strongly opposed\" to allowing transgender students into \"the restrooms and locker rooms of the opposite sex\" and argues there are \"only 2 sexes.\" They also explicitly ask that each locality's School Board be allowed to keep determining policy, indicating opposition to the proposed statewide guidance as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","sex-based facilities","local control","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strong opposition to this harmful initiative\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"problematic\" and \"terrible.\" They say it \"undermines parental rights,\" \"violates the religious liberties\" of Americans, and threatens children's privacy and safety, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"My children and I support this guidance\" and opens with \"Full Support for Transgender Student Policy.\" They also argue that public schools should provide guidance so \"all students\" can focus on school regardless of gender identity and sexual orientation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Oppose action to allow accommodations for transgender students\" and repeats \"Oppose\" at the end. They argue the proposal should not proceed until there is \"further detailed study\" and claim it could have \"catastrophic adverse unintended consequences,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student mental health","scientific evidence","school accommodations"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i fully support this!\" which directly endorses the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting any opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy will \"leave a bigger problem\" and that \"my rights are not protected now.\" They also object to transgender people receiving \"special privileges and rights,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","women's rights","student safety","bathroom access","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not vote to pass this legislation\" and titles the comment \"Vote NO,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. The biblical quotation is used to justify that opposition rather than to ask a question or provide neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and praises the policy as \"important for including all children in a safe and effective\" educational environment. This clearly indicates approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% Support for this policy\" and praises Virginia for \"taking measures to protect the most vulnerable members of our society.\" The body consistently argues the policy should be adopted to protect trans and gender non-conforming children and human rights.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","human rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and argues that \"leaving parents out of this is wrong\" and that allowing shared restrooms is \"wrong\" and too risky. The comment frames the policy as harmful and an abuse of CPS resources, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","CPS resources"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vote NO!\" and objects to \"Boys allowed in girls locker rooms and bsthrooms,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The language expresses alarm about the policy's effects rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school facilities","privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and adds \"Transgender rights are human rights,\" which clearly endorses the proposed policies. There is no language indicating any objection or reservation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.12,"stance_rationale":"The only substantive text is the title, \"Strongly opposed,\" but the body contains no actual comment content beyond a form placeholder. Because the instruction is to classify the public comment itself and there is no interpretable argument or issue stated, the stance is too vague to classify reliably.","tone":"unclear","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks \"please don't do this for our children!!\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The title \"Strongly Disagree!!!!!\" reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Fully support this guidance\" and further recommends \"VA guidance for Transgender students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. There is no language suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The religious justification, \"God made female & male and that’s the way it should be,\" indicates they want the policy rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and asks, \"PLEASE leave this out of our school system,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the policy. They also argue it is \"damaging to kids\" and object to privacy implications involving \"biological males\" and \"biological girls.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose after reading\" and asks to \"Please rethink this policy,\" indicating opposition to adoption. The rationale centers on perceived legal and liability risks, including concerns about \"rooming with students of the opposite sex\" and whether teachers or schools would be held responsible.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","legal liability","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY Oppose\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"dangerous,\" an \"unnecessary overstep,\" and would \"open the door to great harm.\" They ask that schools not adopt what they describe as intrusive \"sexual politics\" and claim existing laws are sufficient.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very strongly oppose the proposed transgender policies\" and repeats that they will not send their children to public schools if the policies pass. They frame the proposal as violating parental rights and harming more children than it helps, which indicates clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","public schools","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance document\" and endorses \"all efforts to create inclusive environments.\" This clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation as written or in principle.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","inclusive schools","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states, \"We oppose the proposed policies,\" which directly indicates rejection of the regulation. No qualifying language or request for modification is provided beyond the clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and argues that students should be identified by \"their sex at birth,\" rejecting the policy's transgender recognition provisions. The statement that children should not be exposed to \"this type of behavior\" indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex at birth","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"OPPOSE\" and says \"STOP TEACHING BOYS THEY CAN THINK THEY ARE GIRLS\" and objects to \"girls bathrooms and girls sports.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and repeatedly says \"NO!\" and \"Stop pushing your agendas on our children!\" They argue the policy is \"indoctrinating our children\" and demand, \"Leave our children alone!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","indoctrination","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose this bill,\" which directly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No qualifying language or request for modification is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely do NOT agree\" and expresses disgust that VDOE is considering the proposal. They argue it is \"very dangerous for young girls\" and object to the policy on moral and religious grounds, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and rejects the policy with hostile language. They argue against allowing transgender students in bathrooms/locker rooms, calling it \"not ok\" and referring to them as \"perverts,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeats \"Strongly opposed,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"We STRONGLY OPPOSE these measures,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and \"I fully back and advocate for the lives and rights of trans identifying kids.\" They also urge lawmakers to \"make our children seen\" and \"protect them from hate, bigotry and evil,\" clearly endorsing adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","anti-bullying","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeats it as the entire body, indicating clear rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No additional details are provided beyond that direct opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed all transgender guidelines\" and asks that this opposition be applied to \"any and all guidance documents.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school guidance"]}


{"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, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment is explicitly labeled \"OPPOSED!\" and says \"Common sense must prevail,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The reference to Senator Newman representing \"our stand on these issues\" further signals opposition rather than a neutral or supportive position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote no\" and \"We do not support this,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adopting the proposed policies. The title \"Strongly disagree\" reinforces that negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Adamantly opposed to transgender guidelines\" and urges officials to \"reject these immoral and anti-scientific policies.\" The body repeatedly argues against adoption, claiming the policies would \"force people to lie\" and comparing them to a \"totalitarian regime.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","school policy","gender identity","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues against the policy, stating \"They should have a special bathroom\" and \"We should not be subject to this.\" The rest of the comment expresses fear of harms and rejects transgender identity recognition, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please reject this pending policy,\" which directly opposes adoption. They argue it would \"encourag[e] kids to lead a double life\" and \"hide vital information from parents,\" indicating substantive objection to the policy's privacy and parental notification provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","student records","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Supports\" and repeatedly states that \"These policies will protect our daughter\" and \"This is what these policies do.\" The comment argues the policies are necessary to ensure transgender students are \"allowed to exist with the same rights and status as all other Virginia school children.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","student privacy","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment is about abortion and says \"Please don't kill babies no abortion in the United State,\" which is unrelated to the proposed transgender student policies. It does not express a position on whether this regulation should be adopted, rejected, or modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["abortion","off-topic"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly disagree!\" and repeats \"Disagree!\", indicating opposition to the proposed regulation. It provides no supporting details or nuance beyond rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, stating \"UNCONSTITUTIONAL. PERIOD.\" and asserting it \"won't hold up under legal review.\" This is a clear argument against adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["constitutional challenge","legal review","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and argues the VDOE has \"gone far beyond\" what the General Assembly prescribed. They repeatedly reject the policies as infringing privacy, parental rights, and encouraging \"irreversible 'gender transitions,'\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeats \"Strongly oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.12,"stance_rationale":"The comment only says \"NO NO NO\" without stating what it اعتراضs to or whether it is directed at adopting the regulation. While it likely expresses rejection, the text is too vague and uninterpretable to confidently classify as opposition to the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to HB 145 and SB 161\" and repeatedly argues against the policies. They object to \"bathroom/locker room privacy and safety\" provisions, claim the state is engaging in \"indoctrination,\" and urge parents to \"home school\" instead of supporting public-school implementation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance\" and explains that it is important that their trans child be respected at school. The statement clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies rather than opposing or questioning them.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student privacy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these measures\" and praises the policy as something that will \"promote positive youth development and save lives.\" The closing, \"I applaud your work!\" further confirms approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support!\" and urges action: \"We must protect transgender students in our schools!\" The body endorses the regulation’s purpose by emphasizing the need for support due to harassment and bullying.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeatedly argues the policy has \"no place in the school system\" and is \"just plain wrong.\" They also urge that it should not be passed, warning of a \"mass exodus\" if enacted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","bathroom access","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Vehemently oppose this outrageous guidance\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, claiming it threatens girls' privacy and safety. They also say it is \"trying to take God and parental rights out of everything,\" indicating strong rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these policies\" and explains that they would \"make trans and non binary students feel comfortable\" and \"feel safer at school.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that \"this is an adult conversation\" that should \"stay out of schools,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The reference to \"vulgarity\" shows disapproval of the regulation's subject matter rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school curriculum","parental rights","age-appropriateness"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"ABSOLUTELY AGAINST!\" and \"NO!!!! Absolutely unacceptable,\" indicating clear opposition to the regulation. They also state they would \"homeschool if you pass this\" and want it \"removed from the schools,\" while arguing it should be \"left to parents\" rather than taught in school.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","curriculum","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives \"Strong support\" and states that \"Everyone deserves to be treated with respect by default,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The comment does not raise objections or request weakening; it affirms respectful treatment of transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","respect","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this guidance document\" and \"I strongly oppose the adoption of this guidance document and its policies.\" They argue it excludes parents, raises safety concerns about bathrooms and locker rooms, and should be redone, all of which indicate rejection rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the forced implementation of these policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies should not be adopted because they are \"impractical,\" \"unsafe,\" and give transgender students \"special accommodations\" at others' expense. The comment asks whether the policies will be rejected or substantially changed to better accommodate non-transgender students and concerns about bathrooms, sports, and school organizations.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","school sports","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy and transgender education!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The rest of the comment argues that sex is biologically fixed, reinforcing opposition to transgender-related policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex/gender biology","education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Please vote in favor\" and \"Strongly Support,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. They also endorse \"a safe, supportive learning environment\" and reject discrimination against students \"regardless of how they identify.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"allowing biological males to enter the female bathrooms\" and vice versa. The comment argues the proposal would increase risk in schools, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I don’t agree with this!\" in response to the proposed transgender student policies, indicating opposition to adoption. The title \"No\" reinforces that they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY oppose your proposed 'transgender' policy\" and rejects the policy as \"radical theories\" and \"indoctrinate our school children.\" Although they add that we should \"protect and respect ALL children,\" the overall position is clearly against adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","education content","indoctrination","school children"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says \"Strong Oppose,\" which clearly indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected. There is no body text to suggest any nuance or support for modifications.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says \"Strong Oppose,\" which clearly indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected. There is no body text to suggest any nuance or support for the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says this is \"Strongly Support\" and repeatedly urges readers to \"Vote NO\" only in quotes from opponents while themselves endorsing the policy as \"a fundamental human right for trans youth.\" They praise the document as providing \"more inclusivity and understanding\" and encourage others to \"read this document and start the learning process.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","bullying prevention","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!!!!\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No other content suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" \"I am strongly against this,\" and \"please don’t do this,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. Although they support children feeling safe at school, they argue that transgender-related matters should be handled \"in the home\" and object to bathroom access and school involvement for young children.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school age appropriateness"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"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 policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support this measure\" and uses emphatic pro-policy language: \"TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS.\" The statement \"This will SAVE LIVES!\" indicates clear approval of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very much support this!\" and states that the guidance is needed so school boards can protect trans students. The comment argues for safety and nondiscrimination protections, indicating clear approval 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 \"Very Strongly Support\" and argues that the model policies \"provide uniform guidance\" and are \"the best way for us to move forward.\" They also urge protection for \"Trans kids\" and endorse the regulation as necessary for schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly says they \"strongly support\" the guidelines and that \"almost all of the proposed guidelines are excellent.\" Their only criticisms are requests to strengthen the policy, such as adding non-gendered uniforms, clearer accountability, and stronger protections against deadnaming and misgendering.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. They also argue it is \"an infringement on religious liberty and parental rights\" and \"bad for our children,\" reinforcing rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"should not be made a model policy\" and argues it \"fails\" to treat everyone equally. Although they acknowledge it is \"well-intentioned,\" the overall thrust is rejection because they believe it \"causes disruption and harm\" and favors one group over others.","tone":"negative","tags":["equal treatment","student rights","school environment","transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this Document,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also express discomfort with transgender students being present, saying it would \"make[s] feel uncomfortable being around someone who claims to be different gender than me.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student comfort","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Very Strongly support\" and endorses \"giving them respect\" and \"treating them with intelligence and dignity.\" The comment clearly favors adoption of the transgender student policies and urges against \"language of hate or abuse.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","anti-bullying","respectful language"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says Equality Virginia \"strongly supports the Virginia Department of Education’s Model Policies\" and repeatedly endorses adoption, stating the guidance \"can go a long way towards making that a reality.\" The suggested edits are framed as \"minor changes\" and recommendations, not opposition to the regulation itself.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","school facilities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I Support this!!\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. The title \"SUPPORT!!\" reinforces the same position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the guidance \"poorly thought through and misguided,\" says it \"aids and abets chaos,\" and concludes \"It is a disgrace.\" They also object to allowing transgender students to use bathrooms and locker rooms aligned with gender identity, arguing facilities should be used \"according to sex.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and objects to \"State usurping rights of parents concerning minor children and gender issues.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies, framed as opposition to state involvement in gender-related decisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","state control","minor children"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.74,"stance_rationale":"The commenter objects to the regulation being imposed \"unilaterally\" because it \"oppress[es] religious views,\" which suggests opposition to the policy as written. However, the final sentence, \"Accommodations can be made to support TG,\" indicates some willingness to modify the policy rather than reject transgender accommodations entirely.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","accommodations"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly agree\" and endorses the policy goal that \"LBGT+ deserve to be safe from bullying, harassment and discrimination, especially at school.\" This is clear support for adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support this,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed policies. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and tells the state to \"Quit politicizing schools with special interests such as transgender rights,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed policies. The statement that all children should be treated equally is framed as a reason against the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender rights","school policy","equality","politicization"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy!!!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the underlying concept behind the regulation, calling \"gender fluidity\" \"nonsensically garbage\" and an \"extremist anti-social ideology.\" This language indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We need inclusive schools, workplaces and communities\" and asks to \"advance equality and kindness,\" which clearly supports adopting the regulation. The title \"Strong support for human rights\" and the discussion of affirming transgender students further indicate approval of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","equality","human rights","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses protecting transgender and non-binary students, saying \"They should all be educated with love and care\" and \"When you protect their rights in school, you are safeguarding an entire generation.\" The closing \"Choose love\" clearly supports adoption of the policy's protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","school safety","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.12,"stance_rationale":"The comment provides no substantive argument or reference to the regulation beyond repeated rejection: \"no no no.\" While this suggests disapproval, it is too vague to determine whether the commenter opposes the regulation itself or is simply expressing frustration.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that schools should be required to inform parents and says the policy is \"a scary slope\" that will \"widen the gap between the child-parent relationship.\" They explicitly reject the idea that schools can withhold information, stating \"Schools are NOT substitutes for parents,\" which indicates opposition to the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","transgender students","school communication"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks to \"Oppose any law favoring one class of person over another.\" The final sentence, \"There's only 2 genders!\", indicates rejection of the transgender student policies rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","sex/gender policy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment repeatedly says \"no no no,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. It provides no supporting details or questions, but the emphatic repetition strongly indicates opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, opening with \"No no no\" and repeatedly arguing against transgender student protections. They frame the proposal as harmful, claiming it will lead to \"brainwashed\" children, bathroom danger, and loss of \"parental rights,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","parental rights","school safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.12,"stance_rationale":"The comment consists only of the word \"No,\" which is too terse to determine whether it rejects the regulation itself, objects to a specific provision, or is simply an incomplete response. There is no supporting explanation or context to classify it reliably.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT!!\" and asks readers to \"have open hearts and open minds when considering\" the policy. They also state, \"We support this strongly,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Transgender shouldn’t be a term used in schools\" and calling the proposal \"a disgrace\" and \"sick.\" They also oppose related provisions on facilities and parental rights, stating \"Boys shouldn’t be in a girls restroom or locker room\" and that parents should not be threatened with child abuse charges.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly oppos,\" which clearly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. Although misspelled, the intent is unambiguous and provides no supporting arguments or qualifications.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose!!\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as \"unsafe\" and \"completely wrong.\" They also say they will \"never send my children to public school if this is going to be a thing,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" which clearly indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"do not approve this policy\" and opens with \"Opposed,\" making their position clear. They argue the policy harms children and parents, claiming it encourages harmful beliefs and \"undermines the guardian's authority,\" which is a direct rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child welfare","transgender students","privacy","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"strongly opposed to this ideology\" and asks officials to consider the \"detrimental ramifications\" of the proposed legislation. They argue it would \"harm, confuse, and possibly destroy\" students and invoke parental rights and religious beliefs against the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues schools should base policies on \"the majority of the normal children (boys and girls),\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They also ask to \"provide psychological help\" instead of adopting the guidance, which shows they want the regulation weakened or not implemented.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental concerns","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please pass this\" and says \"Transgender rights are human rights,\" which clearly supports adoption of the policy. They also endorse bathroom access based on gender identity: \"We should be allowed to use the bathroom of our gender.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","transgender rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not pass this!\" and the title reads \"Strongly Oppose!! No! No! No!\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The body argues it would make their daughter feel unsafe and asks to \"Protect the innocent,\" which supports opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","mental health","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"It should not be imposed\" and \"I strongly oppose it,\" making their position clear. They argue the model is an \"overreach into the parent-child relationship\" and that it \"oversteps multiple boundaries,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school authority","student mental health","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the rules are \"ABSOLUTELY unacceptable\" and repeatedly argues to \"do not take away the rights\" of other students, ending with \"Stop the bullying, of course, but do not take away the rights.\" Although they support anti-bullying in principle, the overall thrust is to reject the transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"Strongly Disagree!!!\" and repeatedly says the proposed policies \"should not be allowed\" or \"should not be permitted\". They object to pronoun use, parental notification, dress code flexibility, and bathroom/locker room access, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","pronouns","bathroom access","dress code","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"stay out of this lane\" and \"please stop pushing this agenda on little minds.\" They argue schools are \"not qualified\" to address transgender issues and call the policy \"cruel and wrong,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Support!!\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The personal note that \"My niece is a transgender student in Virginia public schools\" provides context for why the commenter supports the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"SUPPORT,\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are included.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly Opposed\" and states, \"This is not appropriate,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this policy\" and argues it is \"not needed\" in public schools. They contend existing policies already protect \"ALL/EVERY student\" and that schools should not \"push this policy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention","school policy"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.18,"stance_rationale":"The comment only provides the title \"Equitable oppression.\" with no body text or explicit request to adopt, reject, or modify the regulation. The phrase is too ambiguous to determine whether the commenter is opposing the policy, criticizing its framing, or making a general statement.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please pass these bills\" and repeats that \"Protections for our transgender students are needed now more than ever.\" The comment argues in favor of the regulation as a necessary safeguard against trauma and discrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety","protective policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues the policy \"mischaracterizes watchful waiting as unsupportive\" and says it \"encourages transgender children to ignore or perhaps even mourn their biological gender.\" They explicitly reject bathroom access based on identified gender, stating there is \"no compelling reason\" for that approach and calling for more research instead of adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","gender identity","student privacy","school facilities","research"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy as written, saying \"Girls should not be subjected to this\" and arguing that transgender accommodations should be given \"separately\". The focus on excluding \"penises\" from girls' bathrooms and locker rooms indicates opposition to the regulation's inclusive treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","girls' rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this guidance\" and urges \"adopting this guidance\" to protect transgender and non-binary youth. They frame it as \"best practice\" and \"life saving action,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-discrimination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and reinforces that view with \"Not a good idea folks!!\" This indicates clear opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY WHOLEHEARTEDLY SUPPORT\" and adds that \"Transgender and nonbinary rights are human rights\" and \"Schools should be inclusive.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","school inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not do this to our children,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The title \"Protect the Children\" reinforces opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","student welfare"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the proposal, saying \"I love these changes!\" and that they \"will help so many youth lead better lives.\" They also thank the agency for \"recognizing them for who they are,\" which clearly indicates approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support these guidelines\" and argues that \"Schools must serve ALL students.\" They also endorse the goal of making students \"feel safe and welcome in school,\" which aligns with adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please pass this\" and praises the policy as \"comprehensive, compassionate and based on law, policy and science.\" They also argue that \"School support is essential\" and that all students need a \"safe, affirming, welcoming environment,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says trans students \"deserve to feel supported and safe at school\" and calls the measures \"an absolute minimum,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The comment also praises teaching diversity and acceptance, indicating approval of the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose your recommendations and guidelines\" and argues against allowing transgender students in \"girls bathroom / locker room.\" They request separate facilities instead, stating the policy threatens privacy and safety and should not be adopted as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose!!! No!!!\" which clearly rejects the proposed policy. The title, \"Regarding the transgender bathroom policy in public schools,\" indicates the opposition is directed at this regulation area.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. They also describe it as \"well thought out and kind,\" reinforcing a positive position toward the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and argues the policy \"undermines the rights and responsibilities of parents\" and is \"unacceptable.\" They object to school personnel being placed \"between parents and children\" and to children obtaining outcomes \"in secret with the help of a state employee,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says \"Strongly oppose\" multiple times and objects to transgender students using restrooms/locker rooms and competing in sports under the proposed policy. They explicitly argue that transgender students should be separated by \"biologically\" sexed categories, indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","sex-based separation","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"put in these guidelines\" and states the purpose is so that \"discrimination against transgender students stops.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation to protect transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly opposed\" and says \"This would be a huge mistake,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. No supporting or neutral language appears.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"biological males who identify as girls, participating in girl's athletics of any kind.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policy, at least as it relates to girls' sports.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support\" in response to the transgender student policies, and the title \"Don’t allow transgender\" indicates opposition to the regulation. No mitigating language or request for changes is provided, so this is a clear rejection.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I completely disagree with The Department of Education’s views on the adoption of transgender policies & guidelines\" and calls them \"dangerous transgender policies.\" They also object to support for students \"WITHOUT any parental notification and permission,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these guidelines\" and repeatedly argues that the policy should be adopted to promote \"equity and inclusion\" for transgender and non-binary students. The comment endorses specific provisions like bathroom access, chosen names/pronouns, and anti-bullying policies as reasons to approve the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","bathroom access","bullying prevention","pronouns and names"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"Oppose VDOE Latest Transgender Guidelines\" and criticizes a key element of the policy: \"I don't think hiding their identities from their parents is helpful at all.\" Although it includes some general support for family involvement, the overall thrust is against the transgender guidance as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","family involvement"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support our Trans students\" and argues that trans students should be allowed to \"dress and participate in events as they please.\" Although they write \"I strongly oppose this bill,\" the substance of the comment supports the regulation’s protections for transgender students rather than rejecting them.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","dress code","school activities","equity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy should not be adopted, stating \"do not make policies that undermine teacher authority, parental authority and safety.\" They also propose alternatives like homeschooling and \"safe zones\" instead of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","teacher authority","homeschooling"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this 100%,\" which is a clear endorsement of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting any opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this guidance\" and repeatedly argues that transgender students \"must be respected, uplifted, and supported.\" The comment endorses the regulation as a necessary source of \"explicit messages of support coming from the top.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!\" and urges to \"Support trans youth and respect their right to identify properly!\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation and its protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policies, saying they are \"exceedingly important\" and that they are \"happy to see it being addressed.\" They argue the policies would help students focus on education and affirm transgender students through pronouns, bathroom access, and dress code accommodations.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","dress code","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this model policy\" and praises it as \"comprehensive and sensitive.\" They also argue that public schools \"must be held to this minimum standard\" to protect transgender youth, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and calls the proposal \"absolutely shameful.\" They argue that \"Parents should always be involved\" and that school/government should never override parental oversight, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues that the proposed rule will improve safety, inclusion, and equal access for transgender and nonbinary students. They conclude that it \"will make Virginia schools a better place to learn,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support trans youth support systems to be a regular part of Virginia schools.\" They also affirm the policy goal by stating, \"All students deserve to feel safe and accepted for who they are.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","support systems"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"strongly supporting all youth\" and states that \"This bill makes all youth feel safer\" and \"This will help.\" They also endorse the policy’s protections against bullying and discrimination and call it \"a great compromise\" regarding restroom accommodations.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT SUPPORT THIS\" and \"Please do not support this!\" They argue the policies \"take rights away from the family and faith communities\" and call schools \"indoctrination factories,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy","indoctrination"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it has \"no place\" in \"women’s sports or restrooms\" and calling it \"Totally unnatural.\" The final sentence, \"stand up for what is right,\" reinforces opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am definitely not in favor of this passing\" and \"Never will be,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The language also frames the policy as \"completely absurd\" and warns of \"potential dangers,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose this policy,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The title, \"Strongly oppose transgender policies,\" reinforces the same position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the guidance,\" and the title says \"Strongly support.\" There is no indication of any reservations or requested changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am totally for the proposed changes,\" which directly supports adoption of the regulation. They also add, \"There is nothing wrong with caring for and respecting transgender persons,\" reinforcing approval of the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","respect"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, stating \"we need this Bill & measures\". They argue it is necessary to ensure \"a safe and supportive environment\" and to reduce LGBTQ victimization and self-harm risk.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly rejects the policy, stating \"I will ever support this\" and calling the discussion \"disgusting.\" They argue against bathroom/locker room access, confidentiality provisions, and the policy's handling of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY support the model policy\" and repeatedly urges adoption to \"help and protect trans and non-binary students.\" They also state, \"Sounds great to me\" and \"Weve got to protect and uplift Trans children!\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as \"PURE EVIL\" and says the state is \"promoting this degenerate mental disorder,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also argue that \"There is no such thing as a transgender person\" and that the state is on a path to hell, which shows opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely support\" and endorses the policy's purpose of protecting transgender youth. The statement that \"Bullying for ones identity is immoral\" further indicates approval of the regulation's anti-discrimination and anti-bullying goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and \"Totally opposed\" to the policy. They describe it as a \"gross overreach and abuse of power\" and object to the state \"inject[ing]\" itself into family life, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","family privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and endorses equal treatment: \"all trans people should be treated the same as cis people.\" This is a clear affirmative position on adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal treatment","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Submitting strong support for our trans and non-binary youth\" and urges protection for them. The comment clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose and rejects opposing views as \"bigoted and transphobic.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose these draft model policies\" and repeatedly argues they should not be adopted, citing concerns about bathrooms, parental rights, and religious objections. The comment frames the policies as harmful and unlawful, indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" and argues the policies \"infringe on parents' & teachers' rights,\" indicating rejection of the proposed regulation. The statement that \"Antibullying measures already exist\" is presented as a reason against adopting these specific policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher rights","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose,\" which directly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No additional context suggests any nuance or conditional support.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and repeats \"Oppose!!!\", which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language appears.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"This is NOT okay\" and \"Please don't make this mistake.\" They argue against recognizing gender identity over sex and warn it will lead to \"chaos,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","prison placement","sex-based distinctions","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"Just, No....\" and says it \"has no place in children's classrooms.\" They argue it should be \"at the sole discretion of the parents\" and that children are not mature enough for the subject, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student age appropriateness","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPER STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and the title \"INDIA ALSO VOTES NO TO LGBT\" indicates rejection of the transgender student policies. There is no indication of support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this proposal\" and asks, \"Please oppose this for the sake of all.\" They argue the policy would \"cause damage\" and object to children being able to \"change or decide their own gender,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","child welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the policy \"Strongly Oppose\" and says it \"goes way beyond prevention\" and is \"mandatory promotion\" of ideology. They argue it is \"irresponsible\" and \"actually damaging,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","bullying prevention","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support Protections and Support for Trans and Non-Binary Students\" and urges officials to \"take steps to ensure the safety, well-being and thriving of all our students.\" The comment clearly endorses the regulation’s protective aims for transgender and non-binary students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","supportive schools","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support Trans Youth\" and argues that trans students should be treated according to their gender identity. The comment endorses the policy’s purpose by stating that misgendering or treating students as their assigned sex at birth is harmful and traumatic.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"oppose\" and argues against the policy as \"highly disturbing for the children.\" They claim it would increase risk of assault and reject transgender identity, stating \"THERE IS ONLY 2 GENDERS!!!!!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","gender identity","transgender policies","religious beliefs"]}