{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and gives a reason favoring adoption: schools should be \"safe and inclusive environments for all of our students.\" This is a clear endorsement of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policies\" and also opposes \"transgender bathrooms\" and \"classroom indoctrination.\" They argue for parental control and the right to opt out, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum indoctrination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance on transgender rights.\" This directly endorses the proposed policies rather than opposing or questioning them.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the policy direction, saying the most important thing is to \"offer them support and acceptance\" and thanking those \"working on expanding protections for LGBTQ youth.\" The comment argues the risks of not supporting trans/LGBTQ+ youth are greater, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","transgender students","youth support","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with the title \"No to gender confusion\" and the directive \"Keep boys out of girl's restrooms/dressing rooms.\" This indicates opposition to the transgender student guidance, especially its provisions on restroom and dressing room access.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student facilities","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly thanks the agency for its efforts to \"protect our transgender and gender non-conforming youth\" and says the policy is \"simply allowing students to express themselves in a safe way.\" They also reject criticism of the policy as \"unfounded,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the transgender policies proposed by the Virginia Department of Education.\" They also argue the policies are \"harmful\" and object to \"biological males compete against biological girls\" in sports, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","fairness","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"trans-folk need our support\" and emphasizes that transgender people are \"no less deserving of respect\" and are vulnerable to harassment and discrimination. This aligns with supporting policies that protect transgender students and create a safer, more supportive environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support this bill\" and states that the policy will \"make ALL students safer.\" They further call it \"critical to the health and wellbeing of students,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Applaud these proposed policies\" and \"congratulate those who put these important policies together,\" indicating clear approval. They also state they \"hope that lawmakers understand\" the policies are important and \"support and protection of transgender youth truly saves lives,\" which reinforces support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","transgender students","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support\" the regulation and calls it \"lunacy and disgusting.\" They also threaten to \"pull my kids out,\" indicating strong rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support all policy that affirms and empowers transgender youth\" and argues that protecting these kids \"will in fact save lives.\" The comment clearly endorses adoption of the regulation and frames it as beneficial and evidence-based.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","transgender youth","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this bill\" and repeats \"Please support!\" They also give a reason for approval, stating it may have a \"positive psychological impact on trans students and could save lives.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and gives a reason against the policy: \"Parents are the primary educators not the state.\" This indicates rejection of the regulation rather than support or a neutral question/comment.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues against the policy, calling it \"involuntary promotion of gender selection\" and saying it is \"irresponsible and actually damaging to kids.\" The title \"Promoting Gender Confusion\" and references to biology and children outgrowing it indicate opposition to adopting the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm strongly opposed\" to the policy and characterizes it as a \"one size fits all transgender mentality policy,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. No language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please oppose this legislation\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"not healthy or safe.\" They object to pronoun requirements, bathroom access, and the broader treatment of transgender students, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","pronoun use","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and adds, \"We must support and protect our transgender youth,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no مخالفت or request to weaken it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"Absolutely NOT!\" and argues that children should not be exposed to the subject. They warn it will cause \"further confusion\" and lead young students to make irreversible decisions, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child development","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says it is \"really important that the state implement policies that support students who are transgender and gender non-conforming\" and concludes, \"I support trans-affirming policy guidance for our educators.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s inclusive approach, saying \"ALL children should be treated with love and respect\" and that \"A supportive environment is surely better than a hateful one.\" The final sentence, \"We must teach our kids inclusion and love,\" clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Absolutely not in favor of proposed transgender policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue against shared bathroom access for transgender students and want parental evidence/coordination requirements, indicating they want the policy substantially weakened or rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s goals, saying that learning about differences helps children become \"compassionate, caring human beings\" and that \"Giving each child the right to feel safe and comfortable at school is imperative.\" They also affirm that \"ensuring equal rights to all children will not take away anyone's rights,\" which supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["human rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very much in favor of these changes\" and \"I fully support anything that will help our students feel more comfortable, accepted, and safe.\" They also ask to \"Approve!!\" and describe the policy as beneficial for transgender students and all students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","dress codes"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose\" and attacks the policy as \"the destroy children\" policy, indicating clear rejection. They also argue that \"Parents cannot be left out\" and invoke \"religious freedom,\" both framed as objections to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"applaud the Virginia DOE\" for the guidelines and titles the comment \"strong support of inclusive, evidence-based educational environments.\" They also state the policies are \"in the best interest of students, families, schools, and communities,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","evidence-based policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the VDOE proposed model policies\" and repeatedly argues that schools should be \"safe, protective, supportive, and nurturing\" for transgender and nonbinary youth. They also state that respecting pronouns \"saves so many lives\" and that \"It is essential that our schools are safe for all,\" clearly endorsing adoption of the policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","pronouns","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"oppose\" and argues the policy is \"a big step backwards not forwards in women's rights.\" They object to bathroom access and sports participation, saying it would harm girls and let \"birth males who identify as female\" compete against women.","tone":"negative","tags":["women's rights","bathroom access","school sports","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this guidance!\" and urges officials to \"Please protect our most vulnerable\" by adopting it. The body repeatedly endorses the policy’s goals of dignity, equal access, and a \"safe and affirming educational environment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equal access","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE this sexist policy\" and argues it will harm girls by eliminating \"restroom/locker room privacy\" and affecting sports scholarships. These statements clearly reject the regulation and call it harmful.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","school sports","bathroom access","girls' rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support House Bill 145 and Senate Bill 161\" and describes the bills as \"protective factors\" that would \"reduce violence and harm\" and create an \"inclusive environment.\" The final statement, \"Trans rights are human rights!\" further indicates clear approval of the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","trauma-informed","inclusive environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these proposals for 'transgender ideology.'\" They also reject the regulation as a solution, stating, \"this is not the way to do it!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy goals, saying \"every child deserves to be respected, safe, and confident\" and that schools should do this by \"respecting their decision\" and validating students' identities. The opening \"YES!\" also signals clear approval of the proposed guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","respect and dignity","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"very opposed to the new proposed transgender policies,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The opening phrase \"We are concerned parents\" reinforces that they are objecting to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose to this\" and threatens to \"remove my children from school and homeschool them if necessary,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The concern that \"It can’t be safe for our children\" and the appeal to parental rights reinforce opposition rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","homeschooling","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the drafted transgender mandates\" and repeatedly argues the Department of Education should \"stop trying to increase the scope of their job.\" They also say the policies will \"only end up isolating and ostracizing\" students and distract from academics, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","education scope","academic priorities","student support","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy\" and further argues that schools \"must actively affirm and support the safety and rights of transgender students.\" The comment endorses the policy’s purpose and rationale without expressing reservations.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and states the policy \"should be supported or pushed through\" in the negative, calling it \"a disaster\" and saying it \"will be detrimental to all children.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","public education","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment says, \"Treat all as equals,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s nondiscrimination and equal-treatment goals. The title, \"Protect those who need protection,\" also signals support for policies protecting transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives \"Full Support for Protection of Trans and Nonbinary Students in VA Schools!\" and praises the document as making schools \"safer for all.\" They also endorse its guidance on reducing \"bullying, suicide rates, and discrimination,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues against the policy, warning that \"allowing transgender ideology to be fully supported in schools\" creates danger and that \"full use of school facilities...meaning restrooms\" would leave children vulnerable. The final sentence, \"Protecting children...is more important than self expression,\" clearly rejects the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","privacy","transgender policy","predators"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and urges to \"protect the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no language opposing or questioning the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth","well-being"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONLY OPPOSE\" and uses imperative language to reject the policy, including \"STOP YOUR DIRTY GAMES.\" There is no indication of support or a request for modification; the comment is a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy with the title \"Support and love our trans students!\" and argues to \"protect children.\" The body rejects opposition to trans protections, stating \"Trans rights are human rights,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I appose this new transgender legislation for schools,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The phrase \"Keep children safe and innocent\" is presented as a reason for opposition, indicating concern about the policy's impact on children.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the model policies and repeatedly argues they should not be passed, calling them \"this insanity\" and saying \"If this gets passed through my child will not be involved.\" The comment frames the policy as harmful and politically motivated, indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy\" and frames it as adding \"protection for trans youth.\" They also endorse the policy’s purpose by saying it helps combat \"bullying and discrimination\" and create a \"safe space to learn.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and asks to \"help protect our transgender youth\" and \"help support our students and children\" in a \"safe and non-discriminatory environment.\" These statements clearly endorse adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","non-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely oppose these guidelines\" and argues the policy \"completely trample[s] over the rights of parents, staff, and other students.\" They also say they will be \"keeping my kids out of Virginia public schools because of them,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation that promotes the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"vote NO!\" and frames the regulation as something to be rejected. The title \"Protect and SAVE youth, students, families, and schools\" indicates opposition to adoption of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","families"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the rights of trans youth\" and endorses schools fostering \"safe and nourishing environments for ALL students.\" This is a clear affirmative position in favor of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and says the guidance \"seems punitive and discriminatory\". They also argue there must be \"a better way\" and object to \"forcing uncomfortable situations on anyone,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","discrimination","dress code","sports activities","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Support - Protect Trans Kids\" and argues that the policies would help transgender and non-binary students. They state that allowing students to safely express their identity would \"decrease\" suicide risk and \"only help\" these students, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Our family strongly opposes this proposed policy,\" which directly states opposition. Although they express support for a \"safe and nurturing environment for all children,\" they argue the proposal gives \"very little consideration for ALL children\" and imply \"there must be a better way,\" indicating they want this policy rejected or substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","parental rights","school climate","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the guidelines are a \"very 'heavy lift'\" and explicitly states, \"This needs to be reconsidered to find a different solution\". They oppose the core facility-access provisions, saying they are \"opposed to requiring a student to undress\" with a student whose biological gender makes them uncomfortable and that \"Another option has to be available.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"opposing this,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The phrase \"I support children and PROTECT them\" is used as justification for that opposition, not support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.84,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges, \"Please protect the students!!\" and says Virginia should be \"a place for all to thrive!!\" This reads as endorsement of the regulation’s protective, inclusive goals rather than opposition or a neutral question.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","inclusion","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose all proposed changes or adoption\" and rejects any policy that does not follow the \"God given sex\" assigned at birth. They also oppose transgender-related accommodations in bathrooms, locker rooms, sports, and school guidance without parent notification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly support\" in both the title and body, indicating clear approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and rejects the policy as \"absolutely ridiculous.\" They object to students being \"undressed in front of another gender,\" indicating opposition to transgender-inclusive school facilities and related provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose!\" and calls the policy \"foolishness.\" They also warn they will \"pull their kids\" from public schools if it is adopted, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","school enrollment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges rejection: \"Vote no\" and argues the policy would prevent parents from being informed about a boy in a girl's changing room. The comment frames the regulation as harmful to children and protective of school administrators rather than families.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and concludes, \"we strongly oppose these bills.\" They also describe the policy as \"invasive\" and say it \"crosses ethical and religious boundaries,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support protections for transgender kids and freedom of gender expression!\" and states that \"All children deserve fair protection within the school system.\" The comment urges adoption of the protections and rejects objections to them.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","gender expression","nondiscrimination","school protections"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this guidance document\" and praises its \"importance in ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","safe learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Oppose!!!\" and states, \"This needs to stay far away from our schools!!\" They also threaten to withdraw their children if the policy is adopted, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. They also argue it creates \"Higher risk of sexual harassment / rape with shared restrooms lockers/ etc.\", indicating they want the policy rejected on safety grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" in both the title and body, indicating clear approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":["support for regulation"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in FULL SUPPORT of this policy\" and repeatedly endorses it as \"basic human decency and respect.\" They argue the policy is needed so transgender students are not \"bullied and feel unsafe,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal is \"disturbing\" and that they \"feel strongly that these policies should not be passed.\" They also state they would not feel safe sending their children to school if the policy is implemented, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","parental rights","discrimination","special education","disability rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and gives a reason: \"this removes the rights of parents.\" This indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies on parental-rights grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the policy\" and rejects it as \"forced acceptance of the LGBT agenda.\" They also state, \"I will not adhere to this policy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","public education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not impose\" the policy. They argue it is an \"abomination\" and claim it will \"cause major problems\" and make schools unsafe, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","biology","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support Transgender and nonbinary students\" and argues that protections should be implemented for \"at risk students including gender and sexual minorities.\" This clearly endorses the regulation’s protective purpose rather than opposing it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed!!!\" and calls the policies \"ridiculous by any standard.\" They argue against boys and girls sharing bathrooms and locker rooms, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that \"Every student has the right to feel that they are represented, included, and safe.\" They also state that the policy \"will make a real difference in the life of trans students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and frames the policy as an \"ungodly government agenda,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement about protecting children from \"predators\" and a \"manipulative lie of sexual confusion\" shows opposition to the transgender student policies themselves.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and \"Fully support\" the guidelines. They also argue the policies are \"vital\" and \"essential\" for trans students' safety, inclusivity, and equal treatment, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies. The additional claim that it is \"against reason science and normal American values\" reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","values","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly disagree!!!\" and calls the policy \"an absolute disgrace,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They object to transgender students being accommodated in schools, mentioning \"bathrooms or locker rooms\" and saying \"This is not how God intends for us to live!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","bathroom access","locker rooms","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support and Affirm Trans Youth!\" and argues that \"Trans students deserve to have access to bathrooms and other facilities that correspond to their gender.\" They also urge officials to act and frame the policy as consistent with nondiscrimination protections, indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","student privacy","nondiscrimination","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the setting of guidelines for dealing with transgender students in public schools.\" They argue the proposal \"forces a particular view on ALL\" and that schools should avoid \"social issues,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","social issues","education focus"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose accommodations for transgender preferences\" and urges policymakers to reject the guidance by saying it creates \"confusion\" and should be based on a \"Judeo-Christian ethic\" instead. They also argue that allowing children to choose sexual identity is harmful, indicating opposition to the regulation's transgender accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","biology","mental health","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly support this\" and argues the policy is \"beyond important\" for the \"health and well-being of all children,\" especially transgender children. They also say it is \"necessary to support them at all times and keep them safe,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","well-being","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!!\" and asks, \"Please do not go forward with this!\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The statement that it will cause \"significant destruction to our youth\" shows opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","youth welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"ridiculous\" and \"awful\" and expressing disapproval of parents who support it. The final question, \"What are we doing to our children,\" indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!!!\" and calls the policy \"child abuse and must be stopped,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. There is no language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy’s inclusive aims, stating that \"every student deserves to be treated with respect\" and that the Department should be \"more inclusive and supportive.\" This is clear approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","equity","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose,\" and argues the policy \"will make our schools unsafe for all.\" They also object that it is \"over stepping parental rights by the government,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school safety","government overreach","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policy changes being put forward,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and describes the policy as \"normalization\" of a \"faddish, freakish, attention-seeking notion,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The language targets the underlying transgender policy itself rather than asking for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and adds \"I AM the parent not the school,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies and concern about parental authority. There is no language supporting adoption or suggesting modifications in favor of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy with the title \"Support Trans Students\" and states that making schools more inclusive is \"recognizing reality.\" The phrase \"Trans Rights are human rights\" clearly indicates approval of the regulation's purpose and direction.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school inclusion","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and adds that \"This proposal is a step in the right direction,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The statement that transgender individuals \"deserve to be protected\" aligns with the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


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


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.2,"stance_rationale":"The comment only says \"i do not agree!!!!\" without specifying what part of the regulation is being rejected or whether the commenter is opposing the proposed policies themselves. It is too vague to confidently classify as support or oppose.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly წერს \"FULL SUPPORT\" and says \"Trans lives matter!\" They also endorse \"welcoming and supportive school environments,\" which aligns with adopting the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed mandates\" and repeats that \"these mandates are not it.\" They argue the Department of Education should focus elsewhere and that these issues should be left to parents, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","public schools","academic priorities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender mandates proposed by the Department of Education.\" They argue the policy would violate privacy and parental rights and call it \"brainwashing and abuse,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","transgender students","censorship"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disapprove of these transgender policies\" and repeatedly objects to key parts of the proposal, including \"transgender bathrooms in our schools\" and state involvement in parenting. Although they say they do not condone bullying, the overall thrust is rejection of the policies and a desire to weaken or stop them.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","transgender policies","school authority","privacy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and calls the policy \"a direct attack\" whose purpose is to \"weaken the nuclear family.\" The language clearly rejects the regulation and frames it as harmful and divisive.","tone":"negative","tags":["traditional family","transgender policy","school regulation","culture war"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly begins with \"Oppose\" and argues the policy would \"wreak more havoc on our children\" and create \"added confusion and tension.\" They reject the underlying premise of the regulation, saying \"True gender according to chromosomes\" is \"science\" and asking, \"What kind of world do we want for our children?\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","gender identity","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"express strong support for this initiative\" and asks to \"Please continue these efforts\" to protect transgender students. They also state that \"Supporting transgender students is the right thing to do,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","equity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose policy\" and argues the proposal is \"progressive\" and \"should not be the aim\" of public schools. They also object to specific provisions on parental rights and facility access, saying it \"extends far beyond the realm of education\" and \"opens wide the potential for abuse.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I SUPPORT\" and urges to \"PROTECT THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF TRANS YOUTH,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. There is no language opposing or questioning the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","well-being"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeats \"ABSOLUTELY NO NO NO NO,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. There is no supporting language or request for modification, only emphatic opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy as an \"outrageous overreach\" and says it \"defies reason and good sense.\" They argue it infringes on \"parental rights\" and criticize schools taking over a \"crucial aspect of a child's identity,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school overreach","gender counseling","public schools","school choice"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance document\" and praises VDOE's efforts \"to advance equity\" by supporting transgender students. This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equity","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and urges the schools to \"Focus on the academics!\" rather than the transgender policies. The phrase \"Let kids and their innocence be valued\" indicates rejection of the regulation on moral or developmental grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","curriculum","academic priorities","child innocence"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to this policy & against everything it supports.\" They also object to shared facilities, stating \"Boys & girls bathrooms & locker rooms need to be kept separate,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students","sex-segregated facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly oppose!!!!\" twice, which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or request for modification, only a direct opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the rights of trans youth\" and endorses schools fostering \"safe and nourishing environments\" for all students. This clearly supports adoption of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"FULL SUPPORT\" and \"SUPPORT ALL THE WAY,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the changes are \"not appropriate\" and concludes, \"I am very much opposed.\" They also describe the policy as \"overreaching\" and harmful to \"parental rights,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The statement about bullying appears to be a likely typo or incomplete thought and does not change the overall opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support trans kids\" and states that \"these guidelines will help transgender and genderqueer kids feel safe at school,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. The comment offers a positive justification rather than criticism or a request for changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and frames the policy as \"indoctrination of our children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The rest of the comment uses hostile language against the policy and its perceived values, reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I would like to voice my support for the guidance being provided in the Model Policies\" and \"strongly urge that these guidelines be adopted with due haste.\" They also argue the policies are evidence-based and necessary for transgender youth protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Opposed to transgender policies\" and asks, \"Do not push life styles and beliefs on children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue that parents, not schools, should handle these issues, which is a substantive objection to the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school curriculum","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states, \"I oppose,\" and the title also says \"Oppose.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying language.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i strongly support protecting our trans and non binary youth\" and endorses schools as places that should \"foster[] their growth\" and \"protect[] and develop[] all students.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools","non-binary youth"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Vehemently oppose!!!,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and objects that schools could \"help a student explore, facilitate and make decisions regarding their gender expression... without a parent even knowing.\" They also redirect attention away from the policy, asking to \"Focus on policies\" for reopening and learning loss instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school policy","student privacy","COVID-19 learning loss"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues the policy would \"help protect trans youth\" and \"combat the alarmingly high trans suicide rate.\" They also urge opponents to \"educate yourself on trans issues,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","mental health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Vehemently oppose this transgender policy!\" which directly rejects the regulation. The phrase \"This is a disgrace!\" reinforces a strongly negative position toward adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support\" and calls the policy \"Absolutely disgusting,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They also argue it is a \"violation of the constitution\" and of \"freedom of religion,\" which reinforces that they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","constitutional rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this Virginia Dept. of Education Guidance Document.\" They also argue it will \"promote gender confusion\" and be \"damaging to the kids,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","student welfare","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this policy,\" which directly states their position. They also argue that \"Sex education is the responsibility of the parents, not the schools\" and claim the schools are \"teaching children false information,\" indicating rejection of the policy's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","sex education","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" and states that \"these policies go too\" and \"violate parents rights,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also argue it \"encouraging lying\" and cite parental rights law as a basis for opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transparency","religious freedom","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter mocks the policy with a rhetorical analogy and explicitly calls it \"degenerate indoctrination,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student guidance. The phrase \"Teach students HOW to think\" contrasts with what they view as the regulation's content, showing they do not support adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"support!\" and adds that \"lgbt youth deserve to feel safe and accepted,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s protective aims. The comment offers no objections or qualifications.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I DO NOT APPROVE of this push\" and rejects the policy's premise of recognizing transgender students. They argue schools should not \"force this issue\" and frame it as \"indoctrination,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","parental rights","education policy","religious beliefs"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am absolutely, 110% opposed to the transgender school policies\" and repeatedly urges schools to stop discussing transgender issues. They also state, \"This conversation should not be happening right now, or ever,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","religious freedom","school curriculum","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support these proposals\" and praises Virginia for \"doing what is right.\" The rest of the comment attacks opponents, but the position on adoption is clearly supportive.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Opposed\" and argues against the policy by saying parents should teach children about \"sensitive topics like transgenderism\" instead of schools. They also urge the Commonwealth to teach that God made people \"male or female,\" which rejects the regulation's transgender-inclusive approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the proposed guidelines\" and frames them as necessary to \"protect transgendered or questioning students.\" They also argue the policies are needed to ensure dignity and protection from \"bigotry, intolerance, and misunderstanding.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","anti-discrimination","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this guidance as written,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue it \"divides and further alienates students,\" indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["student inclusion","school policy","transgender students","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i strongly oppose this\" and states they \"totally disagree with these policies.\" They also argue that schools and government should not \"impose on parental rights,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support inclusive policies\" and frames them as protecting \"the rights of LGBTQ students.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support this policy\" and adds that it is \"absolutely crucial\" and \"a great move in the right direction.\" This is clear approval of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" and argues that the policies \"take away the rights of parents\" and are \"not based on reality.\" They frame the policies as harmful, saying the child and parents would be \"grievously injured.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student welfare","school policy"]}


{"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 argue it is unsafe, unfair, and unconstitutional, indicating clear rejection rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","school sports","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose this,\" which directly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. The title also says \"oppose,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am deeply opposed to this bill\" and argues it should be left \"outside the doors of learning.\" They repeatedly frame the proposal as a distraction from education and say it \"goes against everything education should be concerned with.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["education priorities","transgender students","school policy","taxpayer spending"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the New Transgender policy!\" This is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying language or request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the New Transgender policy!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying support or suggested revisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support transgender in the schools,\" and frames the policy as part of \"evil\" government pressure. The comment rejects the underlying premise of the regulation and indicates they will not \"give in\" to it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and argues that schools should not \"push an agenda on our children.\" They object to the policy as inappropriate for schools and say children should be older before handling the \"long term repercussions\" of transgender identity decisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","student identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and asks to \"put these protections in place.\" They argue the policy is needed to protect \"trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming students\" and improve the learning environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","dress codes","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"writing in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues that the rule \"will make Virginia schools a better place\" and create \"safe and welcoming schools for all Virginia students.\" They also endorse specific protections for transgender and nonbinary students, including names/pronouns and bathroom and locker room access.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and \"WE SAY NO!\" to the policies. They argue that \"the government or school\" should not make decisions and claim the policies \"will harm our children,\" indicating rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"definitely oppose this\" and calls the policy \"totally amoral\" and \"very harmful for all.\" They also argue it is a \"slap in the face to parents's rights\" and that it will \"harm children and cause them confusion and pain,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child welfare","transgender students","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed to new transgender policies\" and argues the proposed policies \"go far beyond the path the General Assembly prescribed.\" They repeatedly call for rejection by warning the policies will harm children, infringe parental rights, and force sharing of intimate facilities with the \"opposite biological sex.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Oppose this bill,\" and argues against allowing \"biologically opposite sex individuals\" in \"bathrooms or other venues that are meant for single sex only.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies, especially on facility access and privacy grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","single-sex facilities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do disapprove of this radical push\" and objects to the transgender policies listed by page number. The language indicates they want the policies rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","gender identity","school policy","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s privacy/confidentiality provisions, stating that schools should not be allowed to \"hide ANY thing from parents.\" They also oppose transgender-inclusive facilities guidance, arguing that \"there are only TWO genders\" and that they should not be \"mingled in bathrooms and shower rooms.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","gender identity","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE ANY TRANSGENDER POLICIES IN THE PUBLIC SCHOOL,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. The added phrase \"OR KEEPING KNOWLEDGE FROM PARENTS\" indicates opposition to the privacy/confidentiality aspects as well.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","privacy","public schools"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Very much oppose this !!!\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed transgender policies. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy, calling it \"a wonderful policy\" and stating \"I cannot support this enough.\" They also say it would have improved their own life, which reinforces clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly urge our authorities not to pass these measures,\" and repeatedly argues against the policy as unproven and disproportionate. They also object to changing language and warn the measures could \"demoniz[e] and criminaliz[e]\" others, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","research evidence","parental rights","school administration","language policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely Oppose this Tragic Proposal!\" and argues that passing it would be \"reprehensible.\" They object to the policy's limits on informing parents, insisting that schools must bring parents into discussions about the child.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","school communication","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Very strongly support this measure,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The phrase \"as a Virginia resident\" adds support but does not change the clear pro-adoption stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"absurd, radical and dangerous\" and saying it will have a \"devastating effect on families.\" The statement that it is the parents' right and responsibility, \"NOT the states,\" indicates opposition to state involvement through this regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","family impact","state authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges the community to \"support ALL students\" and says it is \"up to all of us to provide them with protections,\" which clearly endorses the proposed transgender student protections. The comment frames the policy as necessary for a \"safe and healthy environment\" for LGBTQ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"beyond insanity\" and saying \"Adopting this or any similar policy is a crime.\" They argue against accommodating transgender students and frame the policy as morally and medically illegitimate.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not like the proposed Transgender policy,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. No supporting language or request for modification is provided, only a negative judgment of the policy document.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the policies outlined in the document\" and argues that transgender students \"need to be supported by the school system.\" The comment endorses adoption of the policy to protect students from bullying and harassment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose this transgender school policy,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly disapprove of this radical push,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The language about \"eliminate differences between females and males\" and \"brainwashing\" indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"writing in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly endorses the proposal as \"absolutely critical\" and something that \"will save lives.\" They also state that the rule \"will make Virginia schools a better place to learn\" and thank the agency for \"safe and welcoming schools for all Virginia students.\"","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 policy, stating \"STRONGLY DISAGREE!!!\" and arguing \"You cannot change your sex.\" The plea to \"go back to normalcy again\" indicates opposition to the transgender student policies rather than support for them.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex and gender","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeatedly asks to reject the policies, stating \"I don't believe the State has authority over parents rights\" and \"Please leave America's children's identity values within the families.\" They also object to privacy provisions and facility access, calling them \"unconscionable\" and a \"huge safety issue.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree\" and \"I vehemently oppose the policy,\" making their position clear. They argue the policy \"furthers gender confusion,\" is \"extremely dangerous,\" and repeatedly call to \"Stop the lying!!!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","bathroom access","student safety","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment consists of a single word, \"Support,\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve or think necessary these proposed guidelines\" and repeatedly argues against them as harmful, saying they \"blur the lines between male and female\" and \"usurp parental responsibility.\" They also object to bathroom access, dress codes, and pronoun guidance, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","dress code","gender identity","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"a violation of religious liberty\" and says \"The government is over stepping its bounds,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They also describe it as \"a war on the U.S Constitution and Bill Of Rights\" and say it should not be enacted in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","constitutional rights","transgender students","pronoun use"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this!\" and endorses the guidance as a way to protect students from discrimination. They argue it will help \"eradicate\" discrimination in public schools, which clearly favors adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["nondiscrimination","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"DANGEROUS FOR ALL YOUNG PEOPLE\" and urging officials to \"STOP using our children in your social experiments.\" They argue the regulation would \"endanger students\" and create a \"disturbing and damaging environment,\" which indicates clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","transgender students","school environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and states the policies \"MUST NOT be passed.\" They also describe the policies as \"harmful to children\" and claim they would \"open[] a door for abuse,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","child welfare","abuse concerns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support policies\" and argues for allowing all students to learn in a \"safe respectful environment.\" The comment also criticizes opposing views, indicating clear approval of the regulation rather than neutrality or opposition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the remark \"Strongly Support Model Policy\" and states that \"Every kid should feel safe at school regardless of their gender identity or gender expression.\" They also cite evidence about harms of discrimination and benefits of support, indicating approval of the proposed policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this guidance document,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They further object that it \"encourages gender questions\" for children who are \"not ready to understand,\" indicating substantive disagreement with the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","child development","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the policies outlined in the guidance document\" and reiterates that \"all students deserve to feel safe and supported.\" The comment advocates for enforcing the policies to prevent bullying and harassment, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support efforts by the Virginia Department of Education to create a more inclusive learning environment\" and repeatedly endorses accommodations for transgender students. Although they argue for sex-separated facilities and broader private spaces, these are presented as additions to the policy rather than rejection of it.","tone":"mixed","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I Strongly Oppose!\" and the title says, \"I Strongly Oppose the transgender policy.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with the effort to adopt policy\" and ends with \"I vehemently oppose the policy.\" They also argue it is \"extremely dangerous\" and repeatedly call to \"Stop the lying!!!,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","bathroom access","student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies \"should be fought against by all parents\" and calls them \"totally wrong,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. The comment also argues the state should not keep \"secrets from parents\" about children, which is a direct objection to the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this misguided attempt,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The criticism that the policies are \"neither scientific or kind\" and would \"indoctrinate our children\" indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","education policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this\" and calls the proposal \"un-natural and unbiblical nonsense,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement that it \"violates nature and nature's God\" further shows opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment rejects the premise of the transgender student policies by asserting, \"Men are Men and Women are Women period!\" This is a clear expression against recognizing transgender identities in the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the VDOE should \"scrap this proposed policy,\" which is a clear rejection. They also argue it \"usurps parental rights\" and raises concerns about bathroom access and liability, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They further object that it is not the school's or government's \"place or right to keep secrets from parents,\" indicating they want the policy rejected because of parental notification concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges action to \"improve the education system\" and says \"Protections and education benefit all students, not only LGBTQ+.\" This clearly endorses the proposed transgender-student protections and related guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose VDOE's proposed guidelines\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"Stop this nonsense.\" They argue the policy is \"dangerous to children and school staff\" and that it undermines \"parental rights,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school safety","religious freedom","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender policy\" and argues it should not be adopted. They describe it as \"harmful,\" \"shameful,\" and as \"endangering the lives of the young,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","student safety","biological sex","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose,\" and repeatedly argues against the draft policies, saying they should not allow \"children authority over parents and school staff\" and calling the proposal \"completely inappropriate and insanity.\" The comment also objects to privacy, bathroom, dress code, and sports provisions, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","privacy","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I urge you to revise the proposed VDOE draft model policies\" and argues the policy would cause \"damaging effects,\" undermine parental rights, and create safety risks. Although they end by asking to \"provide protections for both trans and cis gendered students,\" the overall thrust is to reject or substantially weaken the proposed policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","privacy","bathroom access","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY DISAPPROVE,\" which clearly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The comment says only \"LAST COMMENT SHOULD BE OMITTED,\" which is too vague to determine whether the commenter supports or opposes the regulation. Although the title says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" the body does not provide a clear substantive position on the proposed policy itself.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposal\" and objects to \"teach[ing] students about gender identification\" or anything that might cause them to question their gender. They also argue the issue should be handled \"at home\" or only with parent-approved counseling/clergy, indicating rejection of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"bad policy\" and says it \"is a violation of privacy for students,\" \"undermines parents authority,\" and \"discriminates against a Christian view of sexuality.\" These statements clearly reject the regulation rather than support it with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","religious freedom","anti-science","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"SUPPORT!!!!\" and says \"It is imperative to support ALL students!\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, writing \"Absolutely NOT\" and \"VOTE NO.\" They argue it would \"subvert the authority of the parents\" and \"undermine the right of every parent\" to raise children according to their beliefs, which is a clear call to reject the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Our family strongly opposes this proposed state-wide policy!\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, calling it \"overgovernment\" and \"Bad!\" They also criticize the policy's development and suggest it would harm youth, indicating clear rejection rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","government overreach","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose Model Policies for Treatment of Transgender Students\" and argues the policies \"violate other people's rights\" and are \"unlawful.\" They also reject the guidance as based on \"unsubstantiated recommendations\" and call for \"much more research,\" indicating opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student rights","transgender policies","scientific evidence","legal concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and urges, \"Why add to the confusion? Stop playing politics...\" They also reject a key element of the policy by stating, \"Kids can be protected without boys using girls bathrooms,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","parental concerns","student safety","indoctrination"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am in complete support of transgender students having the freedom to go by the pronouns of their choosing,\" which clearly supports the policy's transgender-student protections. Although they object to \"taking the parent communication off the table,\" they frame this as a request to modify the policy rather than reject it, saying they want to \"support our transgender students\" while keeping parents involved.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","parent communication","pronouns","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues against the policy by saying, \"Let us not put teachers and administrators between parents and their children\" and that it is \"not the role of the schools to affirm gender identity.\" The final sentence redirects schools to \"writing, math, and reading,\" indicating opposition to adopting this transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school role","curriculum priorities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"do not allow the transgender to use the same bathroom,\" which rejects a key part of the proposed policies. Although they add \"We love them,\" the overall message is a request to block bathroom access for transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"In opposition to transgender regulations proposed by VA Department of Education\" and argues the policies \"go far beyond\" what was prescribed. They also say the model regulations \"infringe the First Amendment rights of parents\" and would \"pit children against their parents,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","First Amendment","gender identity","transgender policies","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"outrageous\" and a \"state wide... overreach,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They object to the policy's treatment of sex and parental involvement, saying it is \"unprofessional and unscientific\" and that students would be protected \"from their own parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","sex education","state overreach","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender regulations proposed by the VA Department of Education.\" They argue against shared facilities, stating that no child should be subjected to sharing a \"bathroom, locker room, hotel room\" with someone of the opposite sex, which indicates rejection of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"OPPOSE\" and repeatedly urges rejection, saying \"You would be enabling a tragedy\" and \"Stop trying to normalize\" transgender identity. The comment argues the policy is harmful and should not be adopted, framing it as \"hyper accommodation\" and a violation of others' freedom.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","parental rights","religious freedom","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s premise, calling it \"utterly illogical and absurd\" and arguing that children should be treated according to their \"biological sex.\" They also ask why the state would create \"complex\" and \"unworkable\" rules, indicating opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","student privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the DOE's proposal\" and objects to it being \"statewide-and mandatory.\" They also argue it \"mandates promotion of gender confusion\" and \"undermines the rights of parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policy would have adults \"keeping secrets with my children\" and would \"encourage children to keep secrets,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation. Although they say transgender-identifying kids \"should be protected\" from bullying, they still conclude that schools should not \"saturate\" or \"encourage them to follow this way of life.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","school staff"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Opposed to the expansion\" and says the topic \"needs to be avoided by public employees,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They argue that LGBT topics should be kept within families and characterize the guidance as harmful advocacy by educators, which is a clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","teacher conduct","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely do not approve of these proposed guidelines!\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, calling them \"state overreach\" and saying they \"destroy that family unit\". The comment urges rejection based on concerns about bathrooms, sports, and parental authority.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","school sports","student safety","transgender policies"]}