{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this\" and explains that they want transgender people \"to be able to feel safe\" and \"belong.\" The final sentences also affirm transgender identity and equality, indicating approval of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY, STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy would be \"exploited\" and lead to \"sexual assault,\" urging officials not to pass it. The comment frames the regulation as a \"gross overreach\" and calls for parents to sue if it is adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Totally against this!!!\" and asks to \"stop it,\" indicating clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The language about wanting to \"leave our kids alone\" and rejecting this as \"wrong bilogically and sexually\" reinforces that they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation needed to promote the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policy guidance. There is no opposing language or request to weaken the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and adds that \"Trans youth need respect and support and deserve to feel safe at school,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive school environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"glad the Virginia Department of Education is working to protect all of its students\" and calls it \"the right thing to do.\" They also urge readers to \"protect all students\" and praise the policy with \"Bravo!\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"VEHEMENTLY OPPOSED,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender school policy. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues that schools should \"Stick to teaching Math, Language Arts, Science, and history,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student policies. The statement \"THE SCHOOLS ARE NOT THE CHILD'S PARENTS!!!!\" reflects opposition to school involvement in this area.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school role","transgender students","education scope"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"against this - big time!\" and urges officials to \"leave our children alone\" and \"stop trying to force this,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The language about \"indoctrination\" and \"non-biological crap\" indicates opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies would \"help me and some of my friends so much\" and repeatedly praises specific provisions, including privacy around \"dead naming,\" bathroom access, dress code enforcement, and teacher training. The closing \"Thank you for getting all of these things started\" clearly indicates approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","bathroom access","dress code","teacher training"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose transgender and gender confusion policies to be implemented in our schools\" and adds, \"This is not appropriate.\" They also argue the policies \"have no place in the curriculum,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","curriculum","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation\" and frames it as helping \"the positive health and wellbeing of trans youth.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies rather than a question or neutral observation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students","supportive policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. Although they acknowledge that \"students should be able to explore their identity,\" the main position is that \"parents 100% should know about it,\" indicating disagreement with the policy’s privacy/confidentiality approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","student identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Opposed\" and argues against allowing \"biological boys\" into \"girls locker-rooms, bathrooms, and sports.\" They frame the policy as harmful to women's rights and warn that it will lead to misuse, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["women's rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal is \"bad bad bad\" and argues public schools should not \"interfere in the students' sexuality\" or expose children to \"nonsense gender crap.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation and its underlying transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","public schools","parental rights","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"wrong to foist sex and gender identity issues\" on students and that \"A school is to provide academic learning not gender identity.\" They also argue it is \"not right for the school to act as loco parentis,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's approach to transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","parental rights","school role","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly and fully support legislation to promote the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no opposing language or qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support Protecting Trans Youth\" and argues that trans youth \"deserve the same protections afforded to all people.\" The statement that it takes \"a few simple steps to make their lives 100% better\" clearly endorses adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support protecting transgender and non-binary students,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The title \"Fully Support\" reinforces that the commenter wants the policy adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly voices \"advocacy for guidelines and legislation to offer full support of the transgender community in our schools.\" They further state that transgender students and staff \"deserve protection of their dignity and rights,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","mental health","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Strongly Opposed,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No additional text is provided to suggest any nuance or support for specific provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I write in support of these policies\" and repeatedly praises the model policies as helping \"support all students\" and keep \"the focus on education.\" She also thanks the Department for its work and urges expanded training, indicating approval with constructive suggestions rather than opposition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","teacher training","student support","equitable education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy\" and argues that it is \"not the answer.\" They further state it is \"harmful and destructive\" and that the policy \"promulgates lies,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender dysphoria","religious freedom","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"In no way, shape or form is this ok\" and says schools should not \"push policies\" supporting transgender students. They also argue that \"The science doesn't support Transgenderism and neither should schools,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","science","pre-k","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with the majority of this proposal\" and objects to \"change any existing statutes\" in favor of the transgender-related policies. This is a clear rejection of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and calls the policy \"ridiculous.\" They also argue it \"opens up more opportunities for rape etc.,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","student safety","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy by saying, \"Trans rights are human rights!\" and states that trans students should have \"all the protections cis students do.\" This clearly supports adoption of the regulation’s protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i am opposed to this bill,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. They also argue that it is \"the parents job, not the school’s or government’s,\" indicating they do not want the policy adopted in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose this legislation,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The title \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" reinforces that position.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I Oppose\" and states \"I do not think schools are the place to blur the lines,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student policies. Although they also say \"Bullying should not be tolerated for anyone,\" the overall message argues against the regulation's approach to transgender identity in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental concerns","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says it is the state's duty to \"protect trans students and citizens\" and affirms that \"Trans rights are human rights.\" This clearly supports adopting the regulation as a means of preventing discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","nondiscrimination","student protection","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"absolutely 100% wrong\" and saying they \"do not agree\" with it. They argue that gender identity and sexual orientation should be left out of K-12 education and object to withholding information from parents.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum","student privacy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"In STRONG SUPPORT of trans lives\" and argues that \"Without this guidance trans kids will continue to suffer,\" which clearly endorses adopting the policy. The final sentence, \"I wish this were around when I was going to school here,\" further indicates approval and personal support for the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support any measures put into place to support and protect trans students in our schools.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies, and \"Trans rights are human rights\" reinforces support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"100% OPPOSED,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed policies. The follow-up \"This is not ok\" reinforces opposition rather than offering support or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support Trans students\" and praises the guidance as \"beneficial to the entire community.\" They also endorse its message that students \"belong\" and deserve \"respect and affirmation,\" indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not pass this bill.\" The religious quotation, \"Male and Female He created them,\" is used to reject the policy on substantive grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges adoption of stronger protections, saying \"We need to be doing a better job of supporting these students\" and calling for respect for identity, dress, privacy, and autonomy. They also endorse enforcement measures and protections against harassment, which aligns with supporting the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bullying prevention","pronoun usage","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please don’t pass the Bill on transgender in our schools,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. Phrases like \"This is the worst bill imaginable\" reinforce that they want it rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy \"contradicts science,\" \"strips parental rights,\" and should not let schools decide bathroom and locker room use. They also say it \"should\" go to the Supreme Court, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","legal liability"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support!!!\" and \"I fully support all legislation that protects EACH and EVERY student,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The comment also praises equal rights, fairness, and a safe learning environment, all consistent with support for the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["student rights","school safety","nondiscrimination","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY AGREE\" and states \"If passed, this legislation will ensure the safety of LGBTQ+ students across the state.\" They also argue it is needed to prevent bullying and harm to trans students, indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this legislation\" and argues it is \"an assault on truth itself.\" They reject the premise of transgender identity, calling it \"a lie\" and saying Virginia should \"stand up for the truth, not lies.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender identity","gender dysphoria","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Support\" and states, \"This will protect children. It is needed,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no opposing language or request to weaken it.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","transgender students","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and says they are \"proud to see the commitment\" of VDOE to create a \"positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment for all students.\" They also praise \"inclusive learning environments\" and the right to learn \"free from discrimination and harassment,\" which clearly endorses the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support trans rights and will vote accordingly\" and argues that schools should make accommodations for trans students under anti-discrimination principles. They frame such protections as \"the point of why we have any protected legal statuses and anti-discrimination laws,\" indicating clear support for adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","anti-discrimination","student accommodations","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely Oppose\" and urges, \"Do not allow lies and propaganda\" to prevail, which clearly rejects the regulation. The statement that it will \"undermine core family values\" and \"demoralize all students\" indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["family values","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This guidance will be a critical step\" and is \"looking forward to seeing these protections implemented,\" which clearly endorses adoption. They also praise the policy goals of protecting transgender children from \"bullying and harassment,\" safeguarding privacy, and enabling full participation in school activities.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","bullying prevention","school activities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this digusting bill,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The title \"Stop Calling Opposition Bigotry\" also signals opposition to the policy and defensiveness about criticism of that opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"PLEASE REJECT THIS BILL\" and labels the comment \"OPPOSED.\" They argue the policy could let \"predators\" access bathrooms and locker rooms and say it could \"cause students to be violated,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against the policy by stating, \"We don't need to teach our kids that this is ok.\" The rest of the comment rejects transgender identity on religious and biological grounds, indicating opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the development of guidance for schools in supporting transgender students\" and endorses \"anti-discrimination laws and practices\" as well as support for bullying prevention. The truncated ending does not change the clear overall approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"100 percent Standing to Oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies,\" which directly states rejection of the regulation. The added phrase \"I follow science\" reinforces opposition but does not change the clear stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and twice urges \"Please reject!\" and \"Please REJECT!\". The stated reason is concern that \"Children will be placed in situations where they can be more easily victimized,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","transgender students","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the model\" and praises it for \"protecting the dignity and ability to learn safely for trans students.\" The comment advocates adoption of the policy as a way to create a \"healthy, safe learning environment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this resolution,\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. The statement is clear and unambiguous, with no qualifying concerns or objections.","tone":"positive","tags":["support","parental support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% absolutely oppose,\" which directly states rejection of the regulation. The additional language calling the proposal \"disgusting and disturbing for our children\" reinforces a strongly negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","children","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and endorses \"better policies and support for trans students.\" The rest of the comment is an emotional attack on opponents, which reinforces support for adoption rather than opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges approval with phrases like \"PLEASE SUPPORT TRANS RIGHTS\" and praises \"inclusive policies\" and \"affirming trans identities.\" The comment argues the regulation protects trans children and should be adopted to prevent harm.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","anti-discrimination","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this policy,\" which directly indicates approval of the regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting otherwise.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy should be revised to \"remove much of the current policy\" and asks VDOE to \"rethink\" it, indicating opposition to adoption as written. They object to restroom/locker room access and parental notification provisions, calling it \"a dangerous path\" and urging changes before approval.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy \"does far more harm than good.\" They frame the regulation as a threat to \"girls\" and \"natural privacy and safety,\" and object to children being \"pushed in a certain direction,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","girls' safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"support & protect trans kids in schools!\" which clearly endorses the proposed policies and their protective purpose. There is no language opposing or questioning the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues the policies are important to \"protect our children, meaning all of them.\" They also endorse protections for trans youth by noting their higher risk of \"victimization, bullying, suicide\" and stating \"Trans rights are human rights.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT!\" and calls the policy \"an amazing step for transgender students and the LGBTQ community.\" They also argue it will reduce judgment and bigotry, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","anti-discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"ludicrous and truly harmful\" and saying \"Current policy can endanger children.\" The warning to \"Be prepared for lawsuits\" further indicates opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","lawsuits","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"100% Strongly Oppose!!\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support these new policies,\" and argues against key elements of the proposal, including bathroom access and confidentiality from parents. They also object to staff/admin keeping information from parents and frame the policies as unfair and unsafe.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","privacy","pronouns","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Stop pushing pseudo-science on our kids\" and \"Get back to education not social engineering,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The language is directed against the regulation itself rather than asking for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school policy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"absolutely cannot support\" the policy and asks, \"Please do not, under any circumstances, adopt these policies.\" They also describe the policies as \"harmful to our children overall,\" indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","gender protections","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"Absolutely not!\" and \"Stop with the social engineering.\" They argue against transgender-related school policies and describe them as harmful, saying schools should be investigating parents instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","mental health","school policy","social engineering"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy and transgender inclusion in schools, saying \"No trans in schools\" and calling school support for it \"WRONG.\" They also oppose participation in girls' sports and use of bathrooms/locker rooms by transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this proposal\" and repeats approval of equal treatment for transgender people. The rest of the comment reinforces support by stating they \"deserve the same rights and respect.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal rights","student rights","support for transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says \"I strongly disagree with this\" and frames the policy as dangerous, claiming it \"opens us a door for rape and assault.\" They also reject school instruction on the topic, saying \"I don't want my child learn this\" and that it should be kept \"in the home not in the school.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m voicing my opposition to the transgender policy\" and \"Strongly Oppose.\" They argue the policy should not be required for schools and object to what they call \"promotion of gender confusion,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","K-12 schools","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the regulation with \"Absolutely\" and the title \"YES.\" The phrase \"Trans rights are human rights\" signals clear support for policies protecting transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE THIS BILL,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The phrase \"STOP PLAYING GOD AND LET OUR CHILDREN BE CHILDREN\" reinforces a clear desire to block the policy rather than amend it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Agree\" and adds \"Well written document,\" which indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no criticism, question, or request for changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Cannot support\" and argues against the policy on privacy and safety grounds, warning about \"a Male dressed in woman's clothes\" entering restrooms/locker rooms. The comment frames the regulation as enabling harmful access and asks legislators to consider their daughters' privacy, indicating rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!!!!\" and calls the proposal \"entirely immoral,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The statement \"I can't wait to vote you people out of office\" reinforces opposition to the policymakers behind it.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","morality","transgender students","political threat"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education’s guidance\" and argues that \"Transgender and non-binary students need our support.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation as written or in its current direction.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","inclusive learning environments"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support\" and \"Please, please don't put this through,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They object to schools helping students with gender identity without parental knowledge, stating that \"Nothing should be done without the parent knowing\" and that this is a boundary that belongs to parents.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school authority","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.84,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says \"In support,\" which directly indicates approval of the regulation. The body, \"Children deserve protection,\" reinforces a favorable view of policies aimed at student safety and support.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","transgender students","protection"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Fully support\" and \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education’s guidance.\" They also endorse the policy goal of \"creating inclusive learning environments for transgender and non-binary youth,\" indicating approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","inclusive schools","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the Model Policies on the Treatment of Transgender Students\" and \"strongly support these policies being enacted.\" They also explain that the policies promote \"safety, equality, and respect\" and protect students from bullying and discrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education’s guidance\" and calls for inclusive learning environments for transgender and non-binary youth. The opening phrase, \"In support,\" reinforces clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","inclusive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"abusive\" and saying they are \"tired of having it shoved down my throat.\" They argue it is an \"agenda\" and say it does not \"necessitate instituting policies,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education’s guidance\" and calls for \"creating inclusive learning environments for transgender and non-binary youth.\" The repeated affirmations that \"Transgender and non-binary students need our support\" and \"Help these kids!\" indicate clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","inclusive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support\" and \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education’s guidance.\" They also endorse the policy goals by stating that transgender and non-binary students \"need our support\" and that Virginia should be \"a place for all youth to thrive.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","inclusive learning environments"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to this proposition\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"broad\" and \"stripped the majority of their rights.\" They object to bathroom privacy, parental notification, and what they describe as encouraging a \"transgender agenda,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student counseling"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"In support\" and says, \"Just let them live their lives comfortably and without fear,\" which clearly endorses the policy’s protective intent for transgender students. There is no language opposing or questioning the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please don't confuse children\" and calls the policies \"way over the top,\" which indicates opposition to adoption. The opening appeal to \"respect parents' right\" is used to argue against the proposed transgender policies rather than support them.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly in favor\" and \"I support people's right to be their true self,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's protections for transgender students. They also argue to \"accept and protect\" trans people and children, indicating support for adoption rather than rejection or weakening.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to this policy\" and argues it is \"erroneous and misleading.\" They also say the policy would \"furthering the confusion\" and that blanket adoption is \"wrong,\" while suggesting a different policy be drafted instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","school policy","student support","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and states \"I cannot advocate this,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies. The criticism centers on \"blatant disrespect for parents\" and lack of regard for families, despite a general desire for children to feel safe.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family involvement","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am against transgender curriculum\" and tells the government to \"stop usurping parental roles,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. Although they mention support for LGBTQ individuals' First Amendment rights, the overall thrust is opposition to the regulation's school-based guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed policy,\" which directly states their position. They also give reasons for opposition, claiming it \"limits religious freedom,\" \"curtails students' privacy in rest rooms and locker rooms,\" and \"deceives parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","privacy","parental rights","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"strongly opposed!!\", which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no additional context suggesting any nuance or support for modifications.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender guidelines for public schools\" and repeats that conclusion at the end. They argue the policies are \"wrong,\" \"unconstitutional,\" and harmful to parental rights and religious freedom, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I approve of this\" and \"Strongly approve,\" indicating clear support for the regulation. They also argue it provides \"safe spaces\" and helps prevent \"devastating loss,\" which aligns with endorsing adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","suicide prevention","safe spaces"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose!\" and argues the policies are \"not truth,\" would create \"confusion,\" and invite \"perversion,\" all of which indicate rejection of the regulation. They also object to allowing transgender identification and related school accommodations, showing opposition to adoption of the model policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school sports","student privacy","parental rights","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose bill 145 and 161,\" which directly rejects the legislation underlying the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition to regulation","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are in \"emphatic support\" of the law and \"strongly support its enaction.\" They also explain that inclusion and support for transgender children is \"vital\" and would \"substantially improve the lives of trans young people,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% SUPPORT for the Model Policies\" and asks the agency to \"support the Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students.\" They also give a reason in favor of adoption, saying a supportive environment will help students' \"learning and emotional health.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. The follow-up statement, \"Not good for the future of our families,\" reinforces a negative view of the regulation's impact.","tone":"negative","tags":["family concerns","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with phrases like \"No To 'Gender Identity'\" and \"Do not let boys in girls private spaces!\" They also oppose the underlying LGBTQ-related guidance, saying \"Do not indocterinate my child with the LGBT agenda,\" which indicates they want the regulation rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and praises the policies as having \"such a positive impact on students.\" They also endorse the substance of the regulation, saying it is \"based on facts\" and supports removing \"gendered constrictions on things like dress code and restrooms.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","dress code","bathroom access","student comfort","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSED!!!!!\" and objects to the policy as overreach, stating \"you are now the parents of my kids!!\" This clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely oppose this Bill\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"vote against it\" and \"reconsider your actions.\" The body argues the policy would \"endanger and exploit innocent young children\" and objects to bathroom, dressing room, and parental secrecy provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and describes the rules as \"basic protections to keep trans youth safe.\" They also argue that \"all children are treated equitably\" should be a school tenet, which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","equity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support this bill please!\" and argues the policy is an \"over-reach of government\" that would harm families and students. They object to specific provisions such as \"cross gender locker rooms\" and \"cross gender sports participation,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","school sports","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly in support\" and argues that \"we protect transgender students that are in school.\" They frame the policy as necessary because it is \"unfair to treat these students like their rights do not matter,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly oppose\" and argues the policy discriminates against \"biological females\" by allowing \"biological males\" to compete on girls' teams. They also urge officials to be \"voted out,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","gender identity","equal opportunity","women's rights","student athletics"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation, calling it \"absolutely in acceptable\" and saying \"I will not tolerate it.\" This is a clear expression of opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses transgender rights and says Virginia laws \"should not be limiting the rights of its marginalized people,\" which supports adopting the model policies. The title \"TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS\" is also clearly affirmative toward the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights","transgender students","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and says schools must \"create safe and inclusive environments for all youth\". They also endorse \"education for their parents on the effects of implicit bias,\" which aligns with adopting the policy's protections and inclusion goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","implicit bias","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues for protecting transgender students and says it is \"imperative\" to adopt the proposal, calling exclusion \"much more detrimental\" and saying \"This isn't endangering students, this is helping students.\" They also urge action to prevent \"school sanctioned bullying\" and to let these students \"flourish,\" which clearly supports the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly frames the proposal as something to reject, with the title \"Oppose gender confusion\" and repeated claims that the policies would harm parents, students, and teachers. The body lists objections to pronouns, privacy, bathroom access, dress codes, parental notification, and religious accommodations, all arguing against adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","gender identity"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose to transgender changes\" and states \"this change would be wrong and disturbing\". They also argue it would \"take away control to Parents,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies rather than support for them.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender agenda\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, including objections to bathroom access, privacy, and parental consent. They also state the school system should \"stick to teaching fact\" and reject the policy as contrary to science and religious freedom.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","religious freedom","privacy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal an \"over-reaching draconian response\" and says they are \"appalled\" by it, indicating clear opposition. They argue it should not force pronoun use or an \"agenda\" and suggest accommodations should be made without negatively impacting others, which weakens support for the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","pronouns","student identity","school accommodations"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"Strongly opposed to this policy change,\" which directly rejects the proposed guidance. The statement that children are \"too young to be exposed to this type of behavior\" indicates opposition to adopting the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","student age appropriateness"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT OUR TRANS YOUTH\" and endorses \"people's autonomy and identity,\" which clearly favors adopting the transgender student policies. The language is affirmative and aligned with the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","autonomy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and adds that it is \"long overdue,\" which clearly endorses adoption. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY SUPPORT our Transgender Youth\" and urges officials to \"support the guidance in this document.\" The comment clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies and frames them as necessary protection for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and urges readers not to vote against it. They frame the policies as necessary to protect transgender students' \"rights,\" safety, and well-being, and argue that opposing them would increase health and safety risks.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support these students\" and thanks the agency for \"moving forward with this plan.\" They also state they want \"all students to feel safe in schools,\" which aligns with adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE this psychosis!\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as \"child abuse\" and \"toxic poison.\" They argue against the underlying transgender guidance, stating \"There are only 2 biologic genders\" and that the regulation is \"amoral and sadistic.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY support this policy for all my students,\" which directly endorses adoption. They further argue that peers \"deserve to be supported and protected\" and that the policy is needed to counter \"anger and hatred,\" reinforcing clear support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this\" and asks, \"Please do not make these changes,\" which clearly opposes adoption of the regulation. The religious justification that it is \"against the Bible\" reinforces that they want the policy rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"VERY Strongly Support\" and expresses hope that \"this lack of support comes to an end.\" They frame the policy as a responsibility to \"protect the youth,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","supportive school environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly encourage Virginia schools\" to be proactive and frames the policy as protecting transgender students. The title, \"Strongly support these students' right to be treated with dignity!\" makes clear approval of the regulation's purpose and adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support this\" and \"I strongly oppose\" the policy. They object to schools having authority over children and argue the rules are \"complicated and impossible to uphold and enforce,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school authority","implementation burden"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I SUPPORT our transgender youth!\" and argues that schools should provide \"support and protections\" and make students feel \"safe, secure, welcome, and protected.\" They also state that failing to help transgender youth \"goes against everything a school should stand for,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","support services","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY SUPPORT OUR TRANSGENDER YOUTH!!\" and argues that schools should be a place where \"ALL children feel safe.\" The repeated statements that \"We need to do better\" and \"We must do better for our transgender youth\" indicate clear support for the proposed protections and guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"No. Strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not allow this to happen.\" They argue the policy is \"not fair\" and claim it will create \"issues and tragedies,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","opposition to transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY support our transgender youth\" and \"I give my full support to your policy.\" They also praise it as \"very thoughtful\" and argue it helps transgender people live authentically, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender youth","support for policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"Jewish, Muslim, and Christian families oppose this,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. It provides no support or request for modification, only opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and says the policies \"lead to confusion, bullying and abuse\" and are \"ugly state control.\" They also argue the policies \"leave girls unprotected\" and \"prevent parents from being able to parent,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","privacy","sex-specific facilities","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"being pushed in elementary schools\" and arguing that \"A six year old child being encouraged to think they are the opposite gender is not normal or usual.\" The title \"Defund Public Education\" and claims about excluding parents show clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","elementary schools","transgender students","privacy","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is opposed\" and asks, \"Please do not\" adopt it, indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The phrase \"This is an evil idea\" further shows strong opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","faith concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY oppose this,\" which directly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The title, \"Transgender\" children, reinforces that the objection is aimed at the regulation's subject matter.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"NO. This is opposed\" and asks, \"Please do not\" adopt it. The statement that it is \"an evil idea\" further shows clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","religious values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We are strongly opposed to the new model guidelines\" and ends with \"Please stop this process and readdress.\" They argue the policy is dangerous and should not be adopted, citing concerns about bathroom/locker access and privacy.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and argues the policy is harmful, stating it should not ignore \"the English language and the natural plumbing of a human being.\" This clearly indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support and applaud the efforts of this committee\" and supports school divisions that have \"implemented protections for our trans (and LGBTQ+) students.\" The comment argues for adopting protections and against \"increasing the harmfully bigoted rhetoric,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues that the rule will protect transgender and nonbinary students. They praise the proposal as making schools \"a better place to learn\" and thank the agency for \"ensuring 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 titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly says the policy is \"endangering\" children and \"putting the physical safety of our girls at risk.\" They also object to restroom access and school sports provisions, calling the policy \"gender identity politics\" and saying they will remove their children from public schools because of it.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","school sports","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Oppose\" in both the title and body, indicating a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language or support for amendments is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY oppose\" and calls the policy \"entirely unacceptable.\" They argue it is \"child abuse\" and warn it will lead to \"sexual assault and harassment\" in bathrooms/locker rooms, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose\" and asks to \"Please let humans be the gender of their birth,\" which rejects the regulation's transgender student policies. The phrase \"Don't attempt to change nature\" further indicates opposition to adopting the guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and adds that the \"Policy is long overdue,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no opposing language or qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues the policies are \"totally unworkable\" and \"unacceptable.\" They object to schools supporting gender identity without parental knowledge and to possible CPS reporting, calling it a \"private family issue\" rather than a public education decision.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","privacy","child protective services","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and states the policy is \"against all that is right and holy,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The comment offers no support or conditional approval.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"is necessary\" and argues for \"support for our students and training for teachers.\" They frame the regulation as needed to prevent harm, stating \"We cannot afford to lose another adolescent or adult to depression or worse yet suicide.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","teacher training","student mental health","suicide prevention","school support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support protections for transgender students\" and urges that \"Virginia schools should be inclusive and safe for ALL students.\" This clearly endorses adopting the proposed policies and their protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently oppose!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!\" and argues the policy would come \"at the expense of others\" losing their rights. The language \"You guys have lost your minds\" reinforces rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","sex-specific facilities","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the rights and equality of transgender students in and out of school,\" which clearly endorses the policy’s purpose. The title, \"Support transgender students,\" reinforces that they favor adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","equality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose opening all bathrooms up to all genders\" and also opposes \"requiring students and faculty to use non gender pronouns under the threat of penalties.\" They argue for separate bathrooms for transgender students and against pronoun enforcement, indicating rejection of key parts of the proposed policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","privacy","transgender students","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and rejects the policy as \"absolutely disgusting.\" They argue public schools should not \"influence a childs gender\" and that parents should decide how to handle such concerns, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","public schools","teacher influence"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly SUPPORT!\" and calls the policy \"an incredible and important step for Virginia.\" They also praise it for \"providing much needed regulation and support for Transgender students\" and express approval that future students will be respected.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I emphatically support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The title also reads \"Support,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and states that the guidance will \"provide an inclusive and safe environment for all students.\" They also say, \"I support it\" because they want schools to be \"safe and welcoming for everyone.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusive schools","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of an inclusive non-discrimination policy\" and argues that children should be able to be \"free from discrimination\" in a \"safe environment.\" The comment endorses the policy’s inclusive treatment of transgender students rather than opposing or questioning it.","tone":"positive","tags":["non-discrimination","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I cellebrate that the government takes a step forward in such matters by passing a law\" and calls it \"the first step towards equality in society.\" The rest of the comment endorses respect, inclusion, and protection from \"mockery or isolation,\" all consistent with supporting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","privacy","equality"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support any policy aimed at improving the integration of LGBT + people or people with disabilities\" and praises the effort with \"Congratulations to you!\" This clearly endorses the regulation's goals and adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","disability rights","diversity","supportive policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and objects to any policy that \"permits children to do anything without parental consent\" or that parents cannot opt out of. They also argue the state should not focus on this regulation at all, calling it \"negligent,\" which indicates clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","opt-out","school policy","COVID-19","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and argues that transgender students \"need to feel supported and safe\" in school. They also urge the county to \"do the right thing for our children,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","school support","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy\" and asks that it \"NOT be adopted in whole or in part.\" They also argue the guidelines are \"extremely one sided\" and object to schools addressing transgender-related topics at all.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"the proposed transgender mandates\" and saying schools should not \"accept\" them. They argue that supporting transgender students violates God's design and describe the policy as a \"lie of the ages,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy idea of shared bathroom access, calling it \"the dumbest thing I have ever heard of\" and saying it would \"infringe on my daughter’s rights.\" Although they say they do not judge transgender people, the overall message argues against the regulation because it would \"cause more issues\" and make their daughter uncomfortable.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I OBJECT TO THIS\" and calls the proposal an \"abhorrent policy change,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue it infringes on \"parental rights,\" lacks \"compelling scientific evidence,\" and represents \"government-over-reach,\" all of which show they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","free speech","transgender students","scientific evidence"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please reject this measure,\" and argues that schools should not \"upend[] the entire way we do school to appease\" transgender students. They also state that young girls and boys have a right not to be subjected to this policy in public school, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support transgender youth!\" and urges, \"Please protect our youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's protective aims. The phrases \"Love is love. People are people\" further signal approval of transgender inclusion and nondiscrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","youth protection"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I vehemently oppose this\" and argues the policies \"infringe the First Amendment rights of parents\" and would \"pit children against their parents.\" The rest of the comment gives reasons for rejecting the regulation, including objections to shared facilities and overnight accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms","privacy","school activities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this,\" which directly states their position against the regulation. They also object to the part \"talks about eliminating or reducing gender related sporting events as much as possible,\" indicating opposition to that aspect of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","gender-segregated activities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and praises the policy as \"needed\" and helpful for school officials. They also endorse the goal of including transgender students and ensuring they can attend school with support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these proposed policies\" and repeatedly argues they should not be adopted. They object to transgender inclusion in sports, bathrooms, and school affirmation practices, calling the policies an \"affront to parental rights\" and saying they \"ignore science.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["sports","bathroom access","parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and calls the policy \"a reckless social experiment\". They also urge officials to \"focus on education\" instead of the regulation, indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","adolescent females"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this essential policy\" and calls it \"vital.\" They also state that it is important to support \"ALL students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"No child, for any reason, should face discrimination\" and that school systems have a responsibility to ensure this, which aligns with the regulation’s nondiscrimination and supportive-environment goals. The comment offers clear approval rather than criticism or a request to weaken the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["nondiscrimination","student rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school responsibility"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this vital policy\" and \"I fully support this policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. The phrase \"we have a duty to ALL students\" reinforces approval of the regulation's inclusive purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that \"my daughters and nieces should not feel scared or intimidated\" in restrooms. They explicitly favor a \"family or unisex bathroom\" option and question the policy approach, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support!\" and endorses key elements of the policy, stating that students should be able to \"dress according to their identity\" and \"safely access building facilities.\" This indicates approval of the regulation as written or in principle.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender expression","bathroom access","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of policies\" and endorses measures that provide \"education, support, and protection for all students.\" This clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this action\" and repeats \"Strongly oppose.\" They frame it as \"overreach of the educational department\" and say, \"Let the teachers teach,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school governance","transgender students","educational overreach"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This Guidance Document has my full support\" and asks to \"Please support this guidance.\" They also argue the policies should be adopted to \"protect all students\" and prevent \"discrimination and harassment/bullying.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this action\" and repeats \"Strongly oppose\". They frame the policy as \"overreach of the educational department\" and argue that parents, not schools, should guide children, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Support\" and repeatedly argues that schools should \"support a person's identity/expression\" and create \"a school culture that supports diversity and inclusion.\" They also state that the policy is needed to protect student safety, mental health, and education, and that \"everything in our power\" should be done to fix harms to LGBTQ youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","school climate","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose the proposed guidelines\" and frames them as harmful \"indoctrination.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school indoctrination","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this current proposal,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The rest of the comment argues against the policy by saying, \"Instead of entertaining their mental illness, please focus and getting them help,\" indicating they want the proposal rejected or substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"we are strongly opposed to this initiative,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. They also ground their objection in religious doctrine, stating that \"God's Holy Word clearly states that people are made male and female.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this move\" and repeatedly argues against the policies as harmful, calling them a \"sexualized agenda\" and \"warped and harmful policies.\" They also urge the VDOE to focus on \"improving the metrics of core subjects first,\" indicating rejection rather than support.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","student privacy","school sports"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy guidance\" and \"hope that it will be adopted by the state.\" They also frame the guidelines as promoting \"safety, emotional health, and autonomy of all students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","emotional health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and repeats \"Please oppose!\" They argue the policy will create \"extra things this law will create\" and is \"not even... a consideration,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","teacher workload","religious freedom","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this set of guidelines\" and frames them as necessary because transgender students \"need these sorts of stated guidelines.\" The comment endorses adoption both as a parent and on moral grounds.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","harassment prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very strongly oppose the proposed transgender policies,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. They also argue that \"The role of parents in public education should not be disregarded,\" indicating opposition based on parental rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school policy","student comfort"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states that \"These rules and guidelines are not onerous\" and are \"basic human decency.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I can not support these policies strongly enough,\" which is a clear endorsement of adoption. They further argue the policies should create \"inclusive and safe spaces for all students\" and support training and anti-bullying measures.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","teacher training","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and argues the policy \"creates a huge opening for sexual abuse, indecency\" and threatens \"safe environments.\" They also object to privacy and parental notification provisions, saying parents should be informed and expressing fear about \"restrooms and locker rooms.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","bathroom access","locker rooms"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states plainly, \"I am opposed to these new guidelines,\" which directly indicates rejection of the regulation. No qualifying language or request for modification is provided, so this is a clear oppose stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed change to bathroom access,\" and objects to allowing restroom access based on gender identity. Although they suggest an alternative of single-stall, open-gendered bathrooms, the overall position is against the proposed policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please don't do them this disservice,\" after arguing that the policies \"will only encourage these children to identify themselves primarily by their sexual feelings.\" This indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity","policy criticism"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is long overdue!\" and argues for \"an environment where they learn to value the lives of every person around them.\" They also state that restricting LGBTQ+ education \"leaves a huge gap in reality\" and that every kid has the right to feel safe at school, which supports adopting the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly approve!\" and repeatedly argues that the policies \"help the kids that need it\" and should ensure students can \"be free of bullying and harrassment, and be able to learn.\" The comment clearly endorses adoption of the regulation and rejects arguments against it.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","privacy","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I totally support banning conversion therapy,\" which clearly endorses a policy change aligned with protecting transgender students. Although the comment is brief and does not mention the regulation directly, it supports a related protective measure rather than opposing the proposal.","tone":"positive","tags":["conversion therapy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this legislation,\" and the rest of the comment argues against the policy’s handling of parental notification and involvement. They object that the proposal \"do[es] not allow for parents to be engaged or notified\" and call it a \"slippery slope,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","parental notification","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support policies which are inclusive of diversity\" and calls the guidance \"absolutely essential.\" They also thank the authors and frame the policies as necessary for safety and human rights, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support these model policies for LGBTQ students in Virginia\" and repeatedly states that \"These policies are necessary.\" They argue the policies will protect students from \"bullying/harassment/ and discrimination\" and help transgender students feel safe and respected.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully Support\" and praises the guidance for making schools \"a safer space\" for LGBTQ+ students. They also thank the authors for \"providing guidance with clear language,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","guidance","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"highly opposed\" and ends with \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE.\" They argue the policy would violate privacy, force bathroom sharing with the \"opposite sex,\" allow gender decisions without parental notice, and conflict with religious beliefs, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"completely against allowing anyone to enter whatever bathroom or lockerroom without question\" and argues for a separate \"THIRD bathroom and lockerroom\" instead. They explicitly frame the policy as a threat to their daughter’s safety, indicating opposition to the regulation’s bathroom/locker room provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed policies. The opening phrase \"As a teacher\" provides context but does not change the clear supportive stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose transgender legislation,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. The reference to not wanting to make their grandson \"uncomfortable going to bathrooms\" indicates opposition to transgender-related school accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges that \"Any and all protections... should absolutely be put in place immediately\" and says the protection of \"ALL children, including trans children, is essential.\" The comment supports the regulation’s goals of preferred names/pronouns, bathroom access, and anti-bullying protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bathroom access","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the policy \"Strongly Support\" and says it would help young people feel safe in school. They endorse bathroom access based on gender identity and argue it is \"all about respect\" and \"time to respect their choices and wishes.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","student safety","respect","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support,\" and argues that the policy provides needed protections for transgender students. They frame the regulation as equality and anti-harassment protection rather than oppression.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I write in support of Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools.\" They also suggest adding legal context to strengthen the citation, which indicates endorsement rather than opposition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student privacy","legal compliance"]}