{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vigorously disagree with this draft\" and repeatedly argues the policy \"violates\" rights, \"endangers student health and welfare,\" and should not be imposed. They also call for changes on privacy, parental notification, and sports, but the overall thrust is rejection of the draft as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not enact this policy!\" which directly opposes adoption. They also argue that suggesting otherwise to children \"will only serve to confuse them,\" indicating substantive disagreement with the policy's transgender recognition provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious beliefs","parental concerns","child development"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We MUST support our transgender students!!!!!\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The title, \"Support Trans Kids,\" reinforces that they want the policies adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"strongly believe\" schools should keep this issue out of the school system and objects to required pronouns, parental information limits, locker room use, and sports participation rules. They explicitly argue for religious exemption from \"ANYTHING\" they object to, indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","pronouns","privacy","school sports","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states their \"strongest possible opposition\" and says the proposal is \"an overreach\" that goes \"far beyond the path the General Assembly prescribed.\" They explicitly reject the policy’s treatment of transgender students and ask that children receive counseling instead of the proposed approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this radical agenda\" and states, \"I do not approve of their proposed guidelines.\" The rest of the comment argues the policy would \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","indoctrination","sex distinctions"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support!!\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. The remainder, \"Don’t be s,\" appears to be an incomplete aside and does not negate the clear supportive stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose public school policies that would affirm or accommodate transgender identities for students.\" They further argue schools \"should not\" take this role and that the system should \"use the majority as its norm,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the draft guidance is \"distressing and extreme\" and argues it should not be \"imposed on other children.\" They specifically object to bathroom access and pronoun enforcement, suggesting a neutral bathroom instead of the proposed policies.","tone":"mixed","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","parental rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly thanks the recipients for their \"support of students who are LGBT\" and praises efforts to ensure schools are free from \"bullying, harassment, and discrimination.\" This clearly endorses the proposed policies' goals and implementation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Totally Disagree With This Draft\" and \"100% echo[s]\" another opposing comment, indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The rest of the comment criticizes supporters and calls their behavior \"Shameful,\" reinforcing opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","civility","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"oppose in the strongest possible terms\" all of the proposed transgender policies. They further state the proposals are \"harmful for children\" and \"take away parental rights,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Please do not adopt the model policies\" and \"Please vote NO to squelch these policies,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue against transgender inclusion in schools, calling it \"dangerous\" and \"unnatural,\" and object to \"indoctrinated\" children.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY APPROVE\" and repeatedly argues that the policy should protect trans students, stating they \"deserve protection and support\" and that school should be \"a safe and tolerant place.\" The final sentence, \"Shame on the Shenandoah valley if this does not pass,\" further confirms support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I want to strongly support this guidance document,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. Their role as an assistant head of a school adds context but does not change the clear supportive stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and objects to the state \"having any right to parent our children\" or \"help them decide the gender in which they identify.\" They also argue the policy would place children in \"compromising situations such as using the restroom,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","gender identity","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues \"IT IS NOT THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL\" and \"OUR SCHOOLS SHOULD TEACH STUDENTS NOT PARENT,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The comment frames the issue as a family matter rather than a school responsibility.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school role","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Has my support completely\" and calls the policy \"a huge step in the right direction.\" They also endorse the need for tailored help for transgender students, indicating approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","support services"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose proposed policy for schools on transgender,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The additional criticism of specific findings as \"offensive\" and \"ludicrous\" reinforces a negative position toward the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","opposition","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and states that \"Transgender students should feel safe and comfortable in school,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The final sentence, \"I don’t know how anyone would be against that,\" reinforces approval rather than criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges readers to \"not potentially make it worse for your child\" and argues for acceptance and support of trans youth. They defend trans identity and criticize religious or scientific objections, indicating clear support for the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","parental rights","religious freedom","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"support!\" and urges, \"Let people feel safe with who they want to be!\" This clearly endorses adopting the regulation and its protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"It’s imperative to support trans kids,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose. They further justify this by arguing that trans kids need support to become \"healthy, productive members of our society.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","mental health","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges support for the policy and transgender students: \"Support transgender kids\" and \"Treat them how they want to be treated, as humans.\" The body endorses allowing them to \"explore themselves and find inner peace,\" which aligns with adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" in response to the transgender school policies, which is a clear rejection of the regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support LGBTQ+ kids’ rights!\" and urges the policy to help transgender students feel comfortable and supported in school. The body argues that school support is \"extremely important\" and ends with \"Please help these students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses LGBTQ+ rights and says they are \"important\" for young people to feel \"accepted and supported,\" which aligns with approving the transgender student policies. There is no language opposing or questioning the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender rights","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We strongly oppose these policies\" and \"They should NOT be a part of our children's schools.\" They also describe the policies as \"radical ideas\" and an \"agenda,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s goals, saying that \"taking steps towards understanding those who are not cisgender will go a long way\" toward safety and human rights. They frame the guidance as \"suicide prevention\" and argue it will create a \"supportive environment,\" which indicates clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I completely support this\" and adds that it will be \"helpful for transgender students to feel welcomed and safe at school.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly rejects the policy, calling it \"Terrible Policy\" and saying they are \"really disappointed with this policy.\" They argue it is \"dangerous,\" object to pronoun and privacy provisions, and warn it is \"a law suit waiting to happen,\" all of which indicate clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and frames the policy as necessary. They also give reasons in favor, saying it is needed \"to keep our children safe\" and \"to protect their mental health.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"STRONG SUPPORT\" and says the guidelines are \"crucial to trans people\" and provide needed support in schools. They also express a desire for better school support and harassment handling, indicating approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","bullying prevention","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the regulation, saying \"I agree with this\" and \"I say yes to this.\" They also defend transgender identity recognition and reject parental objections, indicating support for the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this!\" and argues the policy should not be passed, claiming it removes rights and forces discrimination. They also say \"My kids will never attend public education if this bill is passed,\" which reinforces rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","free speech","transgender students","privacy","public education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the position \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, saying \"by supporting we are protecting everyone’s right\" and \"We are here for them.\" The comment argues the regulation will create \"an atmosphere for diversity and acceptance\" and a \"nurturing environment,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose oppose oppose\" and \"i strongly disapprove of this bill,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"support support support!!,\" which clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no contrary language or additional qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the document, calling it \"influenced by bad science\" and saying it is \"intended to promote radical social engineering.\" They also warn it will have \"serious and gravely detrimental effects,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science","social engineering","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with the title \"No to Transgenderism\" and states that \"Transgenderism is wrong in the sight of God,\" indicating opposition to the regulation. The comment does not ask for changes or provide neutral input; it argues against transgender identity on religious grounds and warns that God will punish it.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"NO, I do not support\" the policy and calls it a \"Horrible policy.\" They also object to schools \"discussing transgenderism with my child,\" indicating rejection of the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSE, OPPOSE, OPPOSE!\" and argues the policies \"go too far\" and are an \"illegal intrusion\". They object to \"usurping parental rights\" and to accommodating transgender youth in schools, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy should not be adopted because it \"take[s] away parent rights\" and creates \"a safety risk\" in bathrooms and locker rooms. They also ask to \"put families first ALWAYS,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker room access","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am 1,000% against it\" and argues the policy would \"totally change and accept transgender students as normal.\" They also urge delaying any decision until age 18 and reject requiring others to accept transgender students, indicating clear opposition to the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","age restrictions","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"NO, I do not support\" the policy and rejects adults discussing \"transgenderism with students.\" The phrase \"Only parents!\" indicates opposition to school guidance on this topic and a preference to restrict discussion to parents alone.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student instruction"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy is \"another way to take away parent rights.\" They also reject transgender student access to restrooms/locker rooms, saying it creates a \"safety risk\" and urging to \"put families first ALWAYS!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Oppose Transgender Policies by DOE,\" and objects to schools helping students with gender identity without parental notification. The quoted concern about \"a parent even knowing\" and the lack of a requirement to notify parents shows opposition to the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","privacy","school notification"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently oppose\" and argues the policy \"will only serve to promote confusion.\" They clearly reject the regulation and claim it would harm teaching and learning: \"No one can possibly teach well, learn well, or guide well under such circumstances.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student learning","confusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and argues the policy will \"confuse or traumatize children\" and \"totally hurt children and teens.\" They also object to \"Bathrooms and sports\" and claim it is \"Nullifying Title IX,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","school sports","Title IX"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I completely support this initiative,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. They also endorse its goals by emphasizing that \"Every child deserves respect, dignity, and the right to an education in a safe space\" and advocating education to build tolerance and empathy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","anti-discrimination","empathy education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"appalled\" by the policy and asks, \"I beg you to reverse this policy immediately,\" which clearly indicates opposition. They also argue the state should not \"insert itself\" and claim the policy would put children \"in harm's way.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","gender identity","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly objects to the policy as a \"government mandated promotion of gender confusion\" and says children do not need \"more instruction\" of this kind. Calling it \"a most cruel form of child abuse\" indicates a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","parental concerns","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against this policy\" and concludes, \"This is a big no from me.\" They argue the policy harms privacy, safety, parental notification, and mental health, and call it \"irresponsible.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly condemns the policies as \"idiocy,\" \"outrageous,\" and \"immoral.\" They argue the rules threaten safety, parental rights, and school authority, and conclude the policies would cause \"a mass exodus from public schools.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student privacy","pronoun use","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and adds that \"all students should be respected,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The statement is direct and unambiguous.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student respect","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s implications, arguing that \"Allowing biological boys in the same restroom and/or locker room is inappropriate\" and urging officials to \"protect our children.\" The comment frames the regulation as harmful and asks for it not to be adopted in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with the transgender policy being proposed\" and frames the policy as harmful, stating it \"puts my children at risk.\" They also argue it would \"remove my parental rights\" and prevent them from protecting their child, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","locker rooms"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"a disaster in the making\" and saying it is \"in no way shape or form about PROTECTING trans kids.\" They argue it should not allow access to facilities based on gender identity and frame the proposal as harmful and ideologically driven.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy multiple times, saying \"No. Ridiculous\" and \"Throw Out\" and ending with \"No!\" They argue it would harm privacy, safety, parental rights, and children’s mental health, and object to restroom access and nondisclosure to parents.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disapprove of the proposed guidelines\" and argues the school system should have \"no legal right\" to act in place of parents. The comment frames the policy as harmful \"radical theories\" and says government should not \"supersede the rights and responsibilities of parents,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","school authority","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Completely oppose these bills,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The title repeats the same position: \"Completely oppose these transgender bills.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose these proposed transgender pol.\" They argue against the policies on multiple grounds, including limiting minors' decision-making, requiring parent notification, and protecting religious objections, indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","transgender policies","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the adoption of House Bill 145 and Senate Bill 161\" and repeatedly urges that the bills be passed. They frame the policies as protecting trans rights, preventing bullying, and creating an inclusive environment, while rejecting objections to them.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","bullying prevention","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I totally disagree with every policy\" and rejects the submitted policies outright. They also warn that the policies are \"opening up our children\" to abuse, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","parental rights","transgender policies","abuse concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Opposed to Transgender Policies\" and argues that \"No child should be forced to share showers, locker rooms, hotel rooms or other intimate settings\" with transgender students. This is a clear rejection of the proposed guidance, especially its provisions on facilities and sex-specific spaces.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school facilities","privacy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policies \"will create all kinds of very bad situations.\" They also claim the policies put people \"at risk\" in bathrooms and locker rooms, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","transgender students","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose VDOE Transgender Policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies \"do not protect our children\" and \"will only harm them.\" They also say the policies \"take away our rights as parents\" and object to the transgender framework itself, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","dress code","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support this guidance\" and frames it as protecting \"the civil rights of transgender students.\" They also state, \"We must support and empower transgender students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["civil rights","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to all 'Gender identity' Guidelines\" and rejects the proposal outright. They also describe the guidelines as \"agenda-driven\" and \"seriously damaging,\" indicating clear opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","student mental health","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"needs to be rejected\" and calls it \"the overreach of this latest policy\" and \"filled with deception.\" They also argue schools should \"leave the final decision to the parents,\" indicating opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school authority","privacy","child development"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am strongly opposed to all 'Gender identity' Guidelines\" and explicitly rejects the proposed VDOE policy. They also argue that \"The school should not keep secrets from parents\" and that children should not be encouraged to think their biological sex is a \"mistake,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","transgender students","privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies\" and argues the rule will \"make Virginia schools a better place to learn for transgender and nonbinary students.\" The comment repeatedly endorses the policy’s goals of safety, inclusion, and protection from discrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"insane\" and accusing it of \"imposing a radical ideology\" and a \"totalitarian social revolution.\" They also argue it undermines \"parental authority\" and should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","gender dysphoria","school policy","ideology"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s underlying treatment of transgender students, saying they do not want kids harmed over pronoun use and urging others to \"let trans people live.\" This clearly supports adoption of the regulation, likely as a means of affirming transgender students and their pronouns.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","pronouns","student safety","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in total opposition and do NOT approve of your proposed guidelines.\" They also criticize the policy as \"radical theories\" and say it is \"NOT good science,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","science","school children","sex distinctions"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"do not approve of their proposed guidelines\" and \"I strongly oppose the policy.\" They also object to specific elements like \"secrecy from parents and legal guardians,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender policy\" and concludes, \"You must vote against this policy.\" They also argue it is \"anti-scientific,\" unsafe, and a violation of \"religious freedom,\" all of which indicate rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and argues against the policy as \"misguided,\" \"appalling and atrocious,\" and an improper state intervention. They also insist that questions about children’s bodies should be handled by \"parents & guardians\" rather than the state, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","state authority","science","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policies by stating, \"These policies will save lives.\" This is a clear affirmative statement in favor of adoption, with no opposing language or qualifications.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"full hearted support\" for \"the trans inclusive policies set forth by this guidance\" and says they \"hope you see the moral necessity for clear inclusive policies.\" They argue the policies help marginalized students and \"pose no threat\" to others, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I approve of legislation to keep trans students safe and comfortable at learning facilities,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The title also reinforces support: \"Enforce Policies to Keep Trans Students Safe and Comfortable at School.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Opposition to Trans School Policies\" and argues that school administrations trying to \"exclude parents from discussions and decisions\" is a \"serious usurpation of parental rights.\" This indicates they want the proposed transgender student policies rejected or substantially changed to preserve parental control.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school administration","family rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the policies about transgrnger that are suggested in these pages.\" They further argue that children \"shouldn't be able to choose 'what' they are on any given day,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","children","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose transgender policy education being taught to children at school\" and argues that the government has \"no authority to override the authority of parents.\" The repeated objections and calls to preserve children as \"male or female\" indicate clear opposition to the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and argues that schools should not \"have their sexuality explored\" or intrude into \"the private life of my children.\" They also reject the proposal as not \"medically based,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"No to Transgender policy\" and calls it \"a terrible policy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue it \"takes away a parent right,\" raises objections to bathroom/locker room access, and says it is \"unfair\" in sports, all of which support a rejecting stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying that even with a psychologist's diagnosis it \"shall not be reason to allow students to enter bathrooms designated for the opposite biological sex.\" They also call the policy \"Absolutely insane!\" and argue it would let boys enter girls' bathrooms.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","transgender students","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks officials to \"protest against this policy\" and calls it a \"dangerous draft policy\" that should not be imposed. They also say it would \"brainwash\" students and \"undermine parents' authority,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose!\" which directly states opposition to the proposed policies. The title, \"Schools teaching lgbtqa garbage,\" also signals rejection of the regulation and hostility toward its subject matter.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as a \"ridiculous agenda\" and says to \"Stop wasting your time in office\" on it. They also call transgender identity a \"fad\" and ask officials to stop \"distorting\" their way of life, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","political opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"My whole family opposes the LGBTQ agenda for Virginia schools!\" and states the policy \"goes against our Pro-Life values... and our religion altogether.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Categorically oppose\" the policy and frames it as a \"violation of children’s innocence\" and \"parental rights.\" The language also rejects the regulation as \"indoctrination of our children,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s focus on transgender students, saying \"Stop singling out transgender\" and objecting to \"promoting such a small piece of society.\" The phrase \"Stop Making Abnormal Normal\" indicates they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We strongly oppose this\" and \"are extremely opposed,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue it \"undermines the role of parents\" and attacks \"freedoms of conscience, expression, privacy and religion,\" indicating substantive opposition rather than a neutral remark.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","freedom of expression","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the draft guidance\" and repeatedly calls it \"a dangerous draft policy.\" They argue it promotes a \"sexualized agenda,\" undermines \"parents' authority,\" and constitutes an \"assault on the freedoms of conscience, expression, privacy, and religion,\" all of which indicate clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"not something that should be forced upon our children\" and criticizing what \"the LGBT community pushes on society.\" The overall message argues against the regulation's treatment of transgender students and calls for teaching only traditional male/female views.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","student instruction"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says public schools are harmed by \"the rise in propaganda\" and implies the proposed transgender policies are part of that problem. By contrasting the policies with \"proper values,\" the comment clearly signals disapproval rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["public schools","transgender policies","parental concerns","values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the draft guidance\" and asks, \"Do everything you can to prevent the introduction of this agenda into Virginia's public schools.\" The rationale given is opposition to the policy's treatment of transgender students and concern that it undermines parental rights and moral values.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"Totally UNACCEPTABLE and REPULSIVE\" and asks to \"Please let these sweet children keep their Innocence,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The rest of the comment criticizes the policy by contrasting it with preferred school subjects, reinforcing opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student innocence","school curriculum","traditional values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and \"I am strongly opposed to the proposed Transgender guidelines.\" They argue the policy would \"further indoctrinate children\" and object to shared restroom/locker room use, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I oppose\" and reinforces that rejection with \"Completely Godless!\". This indicates clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies rather than a neutral or informational comment.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I vehemently oppose the inclusion\" of this material in Virginia public schools and calls it \"indoctrination.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender-student guidance and its inclusion in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools","indoctrination","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I 100% can NOT support this focus\" and rejects the policy’s emphasis on transgender/LGBTQ issues. They also object to \"not having parents involved\" and say they will not have \"those ideologies taught to my children,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strenuously object to the VDOE draft LBGT proposal\" and states the policy \"should be eliminated,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. The comment also argues it \"violates our 1st amendment rights,\" reinforcing that the commenter wants the proposal rejected rather than amended.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","first amendment","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.88,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"Opposed to forced views\" and warns that \"Damage may occur,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The reference to people being \"forced to submit without choice\" suggests opposition to adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student welfare","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter objects to government involvement in schools and asks, \"Why must government take the right to parent?\" They also reject the policy as unnecessary, saying \"We don’t need Communism 101 in elementary school,\" which indicates opposition to adoption of the transgender student model policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","curriculum","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"Absolutely not!\" and describes it as \"yet another draconian tactic\" that would \"force[] one set of views\" on the public. This is a clear opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","government overreach","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly oppose the guidelines\" and specifically objects to requiring teachers to use a student's preferred pronoun. They argue the policies would \"place children at greater risk,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["preferred pronouns","student safety","transgender policies","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"strongly opposed to the Transgender Mandates for public schools.\" They also argue these issues should be \"left to the children and their parents,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the regulation by saying, \"Get back to teaching the 3 R's\" and \"Leave the moral guidance to the parents,\" which indicates opposition to the transgender student policies and a preference that schools not adopt them. The title \"radical transgender ideology\" further signals disapproval of the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose\" and asks to \"Please stop confusing our children,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The phrase \"do not promote sexualized agenda\" indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this policy with every cell of my being!\" and repeatedly argues against it as a \"LGBT agenda\" and an \"atrocity.\" They also object to restroom access and say government leaders have \"given leave of their senses,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose this bill,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The title, \"Opposed Transgender education. It's the Parents task,\" reinforces opposition and a parental-rights concern.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose of this nonsense\" and rejects the policy as \"pushing LGQBT ideologies on our children.\" They also state they would \"homeschool my children before\" sending them to a district that adopts it, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","education policy","homeschooling"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they have \"two major concerns\" with the model policies and explicitly asks that \"changes should be made to this policy\" to prevent parental exclusion and bathroom/locker room access issues. Although they acknowledge the need to prevent discrimination, the overall thrust is to weaken or revise the proposed guidance substantially.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Absolutely not acceptable\" and demanding \"an immediate cessation of this activity.\" The language about \"indoctrinate our youth\" and \"radical agenda\" shows clear opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","indoctrination","school curriculum","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose such invasive and morally wrong ideology,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. The statement that \"Parents should be raising their children and not the state\" indicates opposition to the regulation's role in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","state authority","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please oppose the draft guidance\" and repeats that it \"needs to be opposed.\" They argue the policy is \"dangerous\" and ask officials to \"prevent the introduction of this agenda\" into schools, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls for the policies to be abandoned: \"Abandon NOW VADOE‘s model policies\" and describes them as an \"egregious overstep.\" They also argue the policy is a \"stunning betrayal\" that will harm Virginia public schools, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","public schools","indoctrination","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this proposal\" and repeatedly argues it should not be in schools, stating \"THIS does not fall under the umbrella of family not school\" and asking to \"Please oppose this getting a seat in the classroom.\" The comment frames the policy as inappropriate for classrooms and unnecessary because of the small transgender population.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school curriculum","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter questions whether the policy would force religious students to \"deny the tenants of their religious identity\" and asks \"why are we making exceptions for others?\" This frames the regulation as unfair and suggests it should not be adopted in its current form. Although the comment begins by acknowledging an \"inclusive environment\" is \"a laudable goal,\" the overall thrust is opposition based on religious rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Totally opposed!\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. The word \"Ungodly!\" reinforces opposition on moral grounds rather than offering support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation, saying they \"cannot believe\" the department would enact rules \"opposed to parental beliefs\" and calling the policies a \"regulated non education agenda.\" They also argue the policies are \"harmful\" and would deny children privacy, indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student welfare","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Oppose\" and repeatedly argues against school involvement in transgender-related matters, calling the guidebook \"misguided but dangerous.\" They object to staff discussing students' personal life without parental consent and say, \"We are asking you to educate, not parent our children.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","teacher involvement","gender dysphoria","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and argues that the policy should be a \"parents decision and involvement.\" They also warn it will \"break families apart\" and object to not involving parents in decisions for their child, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family involvement","transgender policy","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in favor of your efforts\" and endorses making schools places where students are \"free from bullying, harassment, and discrimination.\" They also specifically support a \"supportive environment for all students, including transgender students,\" which aligns with adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Against\" and calls the policy a \"ludicrous idea,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The remark that it will drive families toward \"homeschooling, charter schools, and private schools\" further signals opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["public education","transgender students","school choice"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, especially on locker room access, privacy, and parental notification. They frame the regulation as harmful, asking \"Who is behind insanity such as this?\" and warning it will cause \"mental and emotional pain.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","locker rooms","privacy","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Strongly opposed\" twice, which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. It provides no supporting details or qualifications beyond that direct opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"dangerous,\" has \"no business\" in schools, and repeatedly urges that we \"must NOT accept\" the DOE's attempt to implement it. The title also states \"Strongly Oppose,\" and the body argues against transgender-inclusive bathroom, locker room, privacy, and parental notification provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and argues that \"This should be a parents decision\" and that the policy's secrecy will \"break families apart.\" These statements clearly reject the proposed transgender student policies rather than support them.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","family involvement","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s premise, saying it should not “deny biological reality” and should not “encourage socially contagious fallacies.” The reference to potential “permanent psychological and physical damage” indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","biological sex","student safety","mental health"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues against the policies, saying they \"will traumatize children\" and warning that \"if these policies go into effect\" families will be uncomfortable with public schools. The comment frames the regulation as harmful due to bathroom/locker room access and CPS reporting concerns, indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","child safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the measure proposed\" and argues it should not be adopted. The body frames the policy as harmful \"indoctrinate children\" and predicts \"catastrophic effects,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student welfare","indoctrination","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter calls the policy \"absolutely disgusting\" and says they are \"terrified\" to send their children if people think it is acceptable. They also predict \"a rise in sexual assault and harassment,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","sexual assault","harassment","transgender students","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this appalling promotion\" and frames the policy as harmful. They also reject the underlying transgender framework by stating, \"There are only 2 genders, MALE and FEMALE,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"child mental abuse\" and an \"assault on their real identity.\" They argue the policy denies \"the truth about biology\" and emphasize that \"You CAN NOT change DNA,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","biology","women's rights","child abuse","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues against the regulation by saying, \"Please do not force you ideology on parents and children\" and warns that dismissing parental rights would \"remove the parental rights of everyone.\" They explicitly state that decisions about children should be made by \"each individual family, not the state,\" indicating opposition to state guidance on transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","religious freedom","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not force you ideology on parents and children\" and argues that \"It is up to each individual family, not the state,\" which rejects state guidance over transgender student treatment. The focus on \"parental rights\" and concern about the state dictating morality indicates opposition to the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","state authority","family autonomy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy an \"assault on teachers\" and says it is \"subjective, arbitrary, and indefensible,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also object to \"demanding that teachers follow the whimsical nature of a child\" and emphasize parental control, which is inconsistent with the proposed transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher burden","legal liability","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"not the Virginia Government's place\" and urging, \"Let our kids be kids and our parents parent.\" They object to the guidance as undermining parental rights and as inappropriate for young children, calling it \"sex ed designed for adolescents to be forced on elementary kids.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","student privacy","elementary education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"NOT your responsibility\" and calling the guidance \"wrong\" and an attempt to \"brainwash the children.\" They also urge the board to focus elsewhere, indicating opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","religious language"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it should be \"up to the parents\" and that if schools teach \"something that many of us do not agree with\" they will \"vote you out.\" The references to homeschooling and removing children from school indicate opposition to the regulation's content and implementation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex education","religious freedom","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose implementing the proposed policy agenda\" and argues it has \"no business being implemented\" in schools. They also claim it will \"degrade the quality of education,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["education quality","school policy","transgender students","charter schools","homeschooling"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly rejects the policy with \"No\" and the phrase \"leave our children alone,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student guidance. It provides no supporting reasons or requested changes beyond rejecting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"My tax dollars should not be used for THIS!\" and \"Teaching transgenderism is NOT the responsibility of the schools.\" They also ask to \"Stop encouraging our children\" in connection with the regulation, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the specific parts of the recommendations\" and identifies the concern as school involvement \"between the parents and the child.\" Although they express support for schools being \"kind places that are accepting of all students,\" the overall position is opposition to the proposed policy as written.","tone":"mixed","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE the proposed transgender guidelines!\" and argues they are a \"radical violation\" of religious freedom and speech. They also say taxpayer money should not support \"this sort of manipulation,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","free speech","taxpayer funding"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and argues the policy is \"the wrong age and place\" and a \"radical experiment.\" They also object to schools/state involvement and say they should not \"remove the parents from the conversation,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students","family authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose Model Policies\" and ends with \"Please do not support this!\" They argue the policies should not be adopted because they believe gender is fixed at birth and that the policies would \"teach\" children to \"embrace gender dysphoria.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","religious freedom","student mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please reconsider the recommendations contained herein,\" and describes the policy as a \"radical and militant perspective\" that should not be enforced. Although they begin with \"We should treat everyone with kindness,\" the overall message rejects the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"HIGHLY OPPOSED\" and argues against public school teachers \"brainwashing students\" and against the policy interfering with parents' authority. The final sentence, \"Let parents be parents and allow the teachers to teach the subject areas for which they were hired!\" clearly rejects the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","transgender students","government overreach","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, warning that it will \"encourage operations that can't be reversed\" and calling it a \"Dangerous precedent.\" The opening phrase, \"The state is not the parent,\" also signals opposition to state guidance on transgender student treatment.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student safety","medical transition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"oppose\" and argues against schools affirming transgender identities, saying children should not \"transition\" and that \"Let parents form children, not the school system.\" The overall message rejects the proposed policies as a harmful \"distraction\" rather than supporting them with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"repressive and hypocritical\" and says coercing compliance is \"totalitarianism.\" They object to pronoun use, bathroom sharing, and threats of punishment, and ask why the VDOE is \"treating... Christians... Jews and Muslims, differently,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","bathroom access","pronouns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"a pure flight from reality and sheer insanity\" and calls it \"child abuse,\" indicating strong opposition to adoption. The final line that \"the cure is much worse than the disease\" further shows they want the regulation rejected rather than modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","child welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment is explicitly titled \"Strongly opposed\" and the body rejects the policy with a rhetorical question: \"How can any sane person think this is a good idea???\" This clearly indicates opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote against the DOE draft\" and argues it \"over steps those bounds,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They frame the policy as undermining \"parental values\" and parental authority over children's education.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","education policy","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the bill \"ludicrous,\" says it is \"absolutely wrong,\" and concludes \"LEAVE PARENTING TO THE PARENTS,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They object both to school involvement in gender-related issues and to bathroom access provisions, saying the government and schools are \"over stepping.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly oppose allowing that to be pushed on our kids,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The statement that it is \"up to the parents\" and \"not your job\" indicates opposition to school/system involvement in this area.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"This is wrong on every level,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The reference to \"the harm we cause to our children\" indicates opposition based on perceived moral and child-related harm.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose new VDOE guidance\" and urges, \"Do not impose this on our kids and parents.\" They argue the policy is inappropriate and should not be introduced in schools, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","sex education","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"against all special allowances for LGBT indoctrination of our children,\" which rejects the proposed transgender student policies. They also frame the regulation as contrary to \"Christian moral values\" and call it part of a harmful \"march toward removing our Republic form of government,\" indicating clear opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the bill is \"nothing short of a disaster\" and that \"It must not be passed.\" They repeatedly argue it violates \"Parental Rights,\" threatens safety/privacy, and conflicts with religious beliefs, all indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"No\" and repeatedly condemns the policy as \"demonic,\" \"evil,\" and \"child abuse,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. Phrases like \"This should be a huge red flag\" and \"Stop offending God\" reinforce that they want it rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","child abuse","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the school has \"no right teaching something that a parent must choose to teach their child,\" which rejects the policy’s role in schools. They also argue teachers already have \"more to teach than we have time to teach already,\" indicating opposition to adopting this guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","curriculum","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"oppose\" in the title and condemns the policy as \"pathetic, ruinous 'woke' ideologies in our schools.\" They argue the guidance would \"cruel[ly]\" tell children they may not be their sex and would undermine \"natural modesty, sensitivities, and religious beliefs,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental concerns","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy outright, saying it is \"not the Government Responsibility\" and that the State should not \"force that which is unnatural\". The statement that the State cannot \"make people believe a lie\" indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","government overreach","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"please protect transgender, LGBTQ students\" and asks to include them \"in curriculum,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s goals. The request to \"Educate students, staff, and parents\" further supports adoption rather than rejection.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","curriculum","education","student protection"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, saying \"NO I DO NOT SUPPORT THIS AT ALL!!! VOTE NO!\" They also argue it is \"hideous\" and call for parents to be left in control, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender dysphoria","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this\" and calls the policy \"overstepping boundaries\" and asks legislators to \"stop this immediately.\" The comment argues the school should not address children's sexual orientation and frames the proposal as an attack on family values, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","family values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying school staff \"should not be expanded\" to \"force their own radical and un-Godly ideas\" and calling it \"anti-Biblical.\" They argue it would create \"confusion and chaos,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender policy","public schools","parental rights","culture war"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"hideous\" and saying it \"should be up to the state\" to teach children about transgender ideologies, while arguing it violates \"religious freedom\" and \"God's law.\" The final sentence says it should be up to parents, indicating opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students","gender ideology"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, stating \"We do NOT Agree With THIS!!!\" and \"DO NOT AGREE!!!!\" They also threaten escalation if it is adopted: \"Push THIS and I / We Will No Longer be subtle!!!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","threatening language"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely Opposed\" and calls the policy \"garbage,\" urging schools not to \"cow-tow to this perversion.\" They also argue schools should reject the policy and \"get back into the business of teaching,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" and repeatedly argues the policies \"violates the rights of everyone involved\" and \"would only further hurt a child.\" They also state the policies would force their family to seek other schooling options and withdraw support, indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","teacher burden","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"These changes will traumatize the students,\" which clearly expresses harm and opposition to adopting the proposed policies. No support for the regulation or any constructive modification is offered.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","mental health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"Please support!\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not let this pass.\" They argue the policy is harmful because it allows children to make major decisions and because \"Not disclosing these things to parents\" harms families.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and argues against the policy by saying, \"We cannot experiment with our children on gender\" and calling related support \"child abuse.\" The comment rejects the underlying transgender student guidance and urges a different approach instead of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policies are \"reckless\" and would \"cause harm to children, parents, and teachers.\" They also say the policies are a \"flagrant attempt by the state to usurp the role of parents,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling the transgender guidelines \"completely opposed to science\" and urging, \"Stop forcing your anti-science destructive agenda.\" This is a clear call to reject the regulation rather than adopt it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","science","youth welfare","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please oppose the proposed guidelines\" and \"vote against the proposed guidelines.\" They object to the policy as reducing parental role and state involvement in child-rearing, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","state authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the transgender guidelines \"a terrible idea\" and says \"Stop lying to our children,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The comment argues against recognizing transgender identities as \"normal, natural or in anyway healthy,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose the Transgender policy for Virginia's public schools.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support or request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this guidance\" and urges \"the rapid promulgation of this guidance and these policies.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation as soon as possible.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","policy support","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose the forced transgender policy in public schools,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The phrase \"forced transgender policy\" indicates opposition to adoption rather than a request for changes or clarification.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose the model policies for the treatment of transgender students in VA public schools.\" This is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support or requested changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed Virginia policy on Transgendered Students in Public Schools.\" They also state it is \"contrary to good science, medicine, and common sense,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","science","medicine"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that the Department’s proposed policies should not be adopted because they threaten \"bodily privacy and dignity\" and would allow \"members of the opposite sex\" access to gendered facilities. The comment also says the policies would \"pit children against their parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","bathroom access","parental rights","student safety","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please don't force policy on majority of children,\" which rejects the proposed guidance. The rest of the comment frames transgender identity as \"sin\" and \"ungodly,\" indicating opposition to adopting the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY support\" and \"I fully support these policies.\" They also argue the policies are necessary so \"ALL children feel safe and supported in schools,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","supportive schools","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the suggested transgender policies,\" and frames the proposal as harmful by calling it \"very confusing for children\" and a \"slippery slope.\" Although they acknowledge that children should not be bullied, the overall position is clearly against adoption of the policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policy would let students make gender claims \"without providing any evidence\" and would prevent schools from notifying parents. These statements show clear rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the proposal is \"un-American and dangerous.\" They reject the regulation as an overreach that would \"usurp parental rights\" and \"jeopardize the privacy and safety of our children,\" while urging officials to instead \"Enforce the existing anti-bullying policy.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","anti-bullying","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support these policies\" and frames them as beneficial and \"life-saving\" for youth. They also cite medical authority, noting \"The American Academy of Pediatrics is in agreement\" and describing \"the importance of providing gender-inclusive care.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","medical support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, অভিযোগing that it is \"Erasing girls from athletic scholarship opportunities\" and \"forcing girls to get undressed in front of biological males.\" The language is accusatory and asks \"WTH is wrong with you?\", indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and rejects the policy as \"ridiculous.\" They also state, \"You will not teach my children these depraved lies,\" which clearly opposes adoption of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","education curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Highly oppose!\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. The title \"Taking my rights as a parent\" suggests the opposition is tied to parental rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I Strongly Oppose,\" which directly indicates opposition to adopting the regulation. No additional details are provided to suggest any nuance or support for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disapprove of this resolution\" and asks officials to \"vote NO.\" Although they express sympathy for transgender children, they argue the policy would burden \"the other children in the school system\" and do more harm than good.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student welfare","school policy","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly opposed\" and repeats \"Opposed to proposed policy on transgendered students in public school!\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says it is \"highly important to support the rights of trans students\" and argues that \"Safe and affirming educational environments for all students\" should be a major goal. They also endorse trans students participating fully in activities, including sports, which aligns with adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school sports","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and says the policy \"goes way beyond prevention\" and is \"mandatory promotion\" of an ideology. They argue it is \"irresponsible\" and potentially \"damaging,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bullying prevention","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this anti-scientific policy!\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, calling it \"harmful\" and saying it should not be imposed in schools. The comment also objects to parental override and alleged deception of parents, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school policy","family concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and argues the policy \"ignores elemental biology\" and promotes \"a social agenda that harms ALL children.\" They frame the regulation as harmful and call it \"child abuse,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","biology","child welfare","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This policy seems to be well thought-out and nuanced\" and ends with \"Thank you!\" indicating approval. They also praise its effort to \"balance the needs of both student and family\" and its alignment with court cases, which supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and urges officials to \"vote NO and dismiss this proposal.\" They argue it \"undermines parental rights\" and is \"damaging to children,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family autonomy","government overreach","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these guidelines\" and urges officials to \"continue to support them with these guidelines.\" The rest of the comment reinforces approval by praising the policies as based on \"science, evidence, and empathy\" and arguing they help children feel safe and supported at school.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose any guidance and policy\" and argues the policies are \"unnecessary overreach.\" They also claim the guidance will \"create an unsafe environment,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","student safety","school facilities","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"Please pass any in all policies\" that allow people to express their gender identity, indicating clear support for adoption. The comment also praises transgender youth and expresses concern about their struggles when not accepted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeatedly argues the guidelines should not be adopted, calling them \"harmful to children\" and saying the Department \"can and must do better than what is currently being proposed.\" The comment asks for protection of parental rights, religious conscience, privacy, and girls' sports, all framed as objections to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","school sports","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support trans youth\" and argues that \"They deserve to be treated with respect and consideration,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The comment offers affirmative support rather than criticism or a request for changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","respect and dignity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and argues that \"trans youth\" deserve \"fair treatment\" and to be treated \"with respect and consideration.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","respect and fairness"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this shameful agenda,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The phrase \"shameful agenda\" indicates opposition to adoption rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}