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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the proposed legislation\" and frames the policy as necessary to \"support our transgender peers and students\" and \"protect\" them from discrimination. The comment clearly endorses adoption of the regulation as written or in principle.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely support the Model Policies on the Treatment of Transgender Students\" and states, \"This proposed rule will make Virginia a better place to learn.\" They also praise the policies for creating \"safe and welcoming schools for all,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"Please support transgender students,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose of protecting transgender students. It offers no objections or qualifications.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose legislation\" and argues the policy \"does not respect the critical role parents have\". The comment frames the regulation as an interference with the parent-child relationship in a sensitive area, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family autonomy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly object\" and labels the proposal \"extreme and unacceptable,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They argue it would interfere with \"parental rights,\" create \"privacy issues\" in bathrooms/locker rooms, and conflict with religious conscience, all of which are reasons for rejecting the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","bathroom access","dress codes"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do NOT support\" and argues that \"Transgender should NOT be discussed in our school systems.\" They also reject shared bathrooms/locker rooms and compare the policy unfavorably to Bible instruction, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","religious freedom"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this Bill,\" and the title \"Support all students\" reinforces approval of the regulation. They also identify as a parent of a non-binary student, indicating personal support for the policy's protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","non-binary students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" allowing \"birth gender boys\" in \"girls locker rooms\" and \"girls sports.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies, especially regarding facility access and athletics.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they want to \"protect transgender students\" and support policies that let them attend school \"without shaming\" and \"without worry about using bathrooms.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and says \"I do not agree with this at all.\" They argue the policy is harmful, object to shared bathrooms/locker rooms, and say they will be \"pulling all my children from public schools,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","conservative values"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and repeats, \"I STRONGLY support this.\" They also endorse the policy’s goals of \"equal protections\" and \"equal, non-discriminatory access to public schooling,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and \"I fully support legislation to promote the health and well being of trans kids.\" They also add that supporting trans kids and their families is \"extremely important\" to them, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students","family support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and repeats \"TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The request to \"Protect TRANSYOUTH\" aligns with supporting the proposed policies for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and repeatedly argues the policies are \"extremely flawed\" and should not be adopted. They object to parental notification limits, bathroom/locker room access, confidentiality provisions, and the administrative burden, framing the proposal as harmful and unnecessary.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","due process"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this proposal\" and repeatedly endorses its goals of \"inclusivity and safety\" for transgender and non-binary students. They also argue against forcing students into \"sex-based dress codes, activities, pronouns, etc.,\" which aligns with adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","dress codes","school activities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and adds a general endorsement of equal treatment: \"Everyone should be treated fairly and with dignity.\" This clearly supports adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","equal treatment","student dignity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policies, calling them an infringement on \"parents parental rights\" and saying \"this is not for us to decide.\" They also urge the writers to feel \"SHAME ON YOU,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","religious freedom","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and argues against the policy by urging that transgender students be limited to \"a single stall bathroom.\" The rationale centers on fear of harm to girls, stating \"Don’t submit our girls to the potential of sexual harassment or abuse,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","sex-segregated facilities"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the model\" and repeats support for \"these principles and policies.\" They also endorse the rationale that children should learn \"free from discrimination and harassment\" and describe the model as based on \"science, facts, best practices.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is not a good solution\" and argues the policy would not \"provide the protection we wish for them\" and also \"does not protect the other students.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and urges the schools to \"STAY OUT of the gender games,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They also object to bathroom access for transgender students and demand parental notification, which aligns with weakening or rejecting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support equal treatment/access for transgender students,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The title, \"Strongly support transgender students,\" reinforces that they want the policy adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal access","student rights"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Support!\" and repeats \"Support!!\", which directly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and argues that \"proper policies like this\" are important. They also endorse trans rights directly, stating \"trans rights are human rights\" and that transgender people \"deserve to be understood and taken care of.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"VA public schools should make these changes\" and ends with \"change should be made,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation. They also argue it would help trans students feel \"more comfortable\" and oppose objections based on religion or age.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student comfort","religious freedom","anti-discrimination","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the model guidance\" and gives a reason favoring adoption: \"I want school environments that are safe and welcoming for everyone.\" This is a clear endorsement of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","inclusive schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies on the Treatment of Transgender Students\" and repeatedly argues that \"more empathetic rules like this\" would help students. They describe the policies as promoting a \"safe, understanding school environment\" and express a wish that this experience \"for everyone.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","gender identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and gives a reason aligned with the policy goals: \"All students have the right to safety in schools.\" This indicates clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","support for policy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying \"Self-identification cannot be the measure\" and warning against \"broad-sweeping policy\" that gives legitimacy to transgender identities. They also argue against shared bathrooms and athletic participation, indicating they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","school sports","privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The brief body, \"Mom that strongly opposes,\" reinforces the same position without adding any qualifying support.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and then repeats the title of the proposed policy, indicating approval of adoption. There is no language suggesting opposition, concern, or a request for weakening the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","public schools","nondiscrimination"]}


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


{"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 regulation. There is no language indicating any objection or qualification.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth","health and well-being"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose\" and states that the guidelines are \"not ensuring that EVERY child is comfortable\". They also say they would withdraw their children if the guidelines pass, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and says they \"can not in good conscience agree this policy offering is the answer.\" They ask to \"go back to the drawing board\" and argue there are \"other ways\" to address the issue, indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","free speech","student safety","policy alternatives"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support any legislation\" and frames the policy as making schools \"safer and more supportive of transgender youth.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed 2 this\" and argues against accommodating transgender students, stating \"there are 2 genders ...male and female\" and that such policies would \"open the door for misuse and huge problems.\" They also say transgender people should \"conform to the situation not the other way around,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support anything that will provide trans students with an equitable and safe learning environment.\" They also add, \"All students deserve that,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and objects to the policy as \"indoctrination\" and \"special treatment\" for \"protected groups.\" This indicates clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and asks to \"Protect our girls!\" while rejecting the policy's recognition of transgender students. The statement that \"a boy is always a boy and a girl is always a girl\" indicates opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","girls' privacy","sex-based facilities","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy\" and argues it is \"a step in the right direction for creating a more inclusive environment for ALL students.\" They also defend the policy against religious objections and emphasize protection from discrimination and support for trans students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not want this policy passed or implemented in Virginia or any state,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also object to transgender inclusion in \"bathrooms, locker rooms and sports\" and argue for parental rights against the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strong Support\" and says \"Support basic dignity and humanity.\" The rest of the comment defends the freedom to identify across genders and endorses institutions that \"empower their individuals to understand and express themselves fully,\" which clearly supports adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the regulation’s premise, asking why officials “deny scientific biology of DNA & gender” and concluding “Stop the madness.” This clearly signals opposition to the transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["biology","gender identity","transgender policies","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely Opposed\" and asks to \"Please reconsider these guidelines!\" They argue the policies are harmful and restrictive, claiming they jeopardize \"Parents rights\" and should not be imposed on children or educators.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government oversight","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the current VDOE proposals\" and later, \"I do not approve of these guidelines.\" The body repeatedly argues the policies should not be adopted because they \"trample parental rights,\" threaten privacy/safety, and violate conscience and religious freedom.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","bathroom access","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the protection of any student’s rights\" and urges the community to \"support and hear the voices of our transgender and non-binary students.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies, even if the commenter frames it as a rights-based appeal rather than a detailed policy discussion.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","non-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"child abuse\" and saying \"Stop abusing children.\" They argue against affirming transgender identities and urge helping children \"accept the gender that their DNA says they are,\" which indicates opposition to the regulation's purpose.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","parental rights","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this model\" and endorses treating students \"with dignity and respect.\" They also argue the education system should be \"welcoming and nurturing for all students,\" which clearly favors adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly disagreeing with these actions\" and argues against allowing transgender students to use shared bathrooms/locker rooms. They also urge the policy not be passed, claiming it would harm children and increase sexual activity and assault.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","religious freedom","dress codes"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and adds that it is \"imperative that we support transgender students' health and well-being.\" They also state, \"I fully support any and all endeavours that do so,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Virginia Department of Education's draft\" and calls it \"not acceptable in any way at all.\" They also object to bathroom access provisions, describing them as a \"HUGE PROBLEM\" and urging others to reject the policy direction.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student privacy","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support to the fullest extent possible,\" which is a clear endorsement of the regulation. The rest of the comment criticizes opposing views as \"hateful\" and \"bigotry,\" reinforcing support rather than questioning the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and says they are \"not supportive of giving students access to the bathroom of their choice.\" They also ask to \"Please put resources where they are most needed,\" indicating rejection of the statewide policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","mental health","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly oppose this policy for our schools,\" making their position explicit. They also object on religious and developmental grounds, especially \"at the elementary and middle school levels,\" indicating they want the policy rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!\" and repeatedly argues that \"the proposed legislation\" should not be implemented. They describe it as \"corrupt,\" harmful to children, and say it \"would not be safe\" for bathrooms, locker rooms, or sports.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","school sports","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the policy \"OPPOSE\" and says it is \"damaging to children’s delicate psyche.\" They also ask to \"Please keep our daughters and sons safe,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I completely and wholeheartedly support this legislation\" and explicitly frames it as promoting \"the health, safety, and well-being of transgender students.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","well-being","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states that the policy will \"allow our schools to become a safe environment\" for students. This is clear approval of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STONGLY OPPOSE!!\" and urges officials to \"keep gender out of it,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also object to pronoun guidance, calling it \"wrong\" and saying \"Stop trying to force the world to change for some.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","pronouns","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly oppose the transgender mandates as currently drafted\" and closes by asking to \"dismiss the mandate as drafted.\" They argue it would harm young women, restrict teachers, and undermine parental authority, indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","teacher speech","women's safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of this!\" which directly endorses the regulation. The phrase \"It’s about time!!\" reinforces approval and eagerness for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","supportive policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks Virginia to \"stick to fact based policies for kids and young adults\" and to consider \"evidence based policies for our kids,\" which indicates support for adopting the regulation. Although they criticize certain gender-affirming treatments and link to outside sources, the overall thrust is endorsement of policies they view as evidence-based.","tone":"positive","tags":["evidence-based policy","transgender students","student health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks officials to \"reject the Model Policies\" and repeats that request multiple times, calling the document \"harmful to children\" and saying it \"oversteps the rights of parents.\" The comment argues against the policy's approach to transgender students and frames it as based on \"emotion and opinion instead of scientific fact.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this model\" and endorses treating transgender and binary students \"with dignity and respect.\" They also argue that policies should be based on \"current evidence and facts,\" indicating approval of the regulation as written or in principle.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","evidence-based policy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and urges, \"Stay off of our children.\" They also reject the policy on religious and moral grounds, saying it would \"confuse their minds\" about the gender \"God gave them.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the proposed guidelines\" and further endorses \"any policies that support and protect all students.\" This clearly indicates approval of the regulation as a means to create a \"safe and accepting environment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I vehemently oppose this\" and \"DO NOT support the proposed changes,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. They also argue it \"disregards parental rights, students' privacy rights and the First Amendment rights,\" reinforcing opposition on substantive grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","First Amendment","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and argues that the Department of Education has \"no right to interfere\" with the issue. The statement that this is a \"family and psychiatric matter alone\" indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and asks to \"move forward with efforts to support trans students in Virginia schools.\" They also argue that denying inclusive treatment leads to \"negative outcomes,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose!\" and argues against the policy by insisting that children \"are already male or female\" and warning that if changed there are \"a lot of mental and physical issues.\" This indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","student mental health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the guidelines \"must therefore not be adopted by school boards\" and titles the comment \"Strongly OPPOSE Transgender Guidelines.\" Although they acknowledge the state can ensure students are treated respectfully, the core position is that these policies fail to respect parental authority and should be rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school board authority","state authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Fully Support!\" and adds, \"I whole heartedly support legislation to promote the health and wellbeing of trans youth!\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and \"Very proud to support this.\" They also endorse the policy goals of acceptance, safety, and support for transgender students, saying it is \"vital that ALL students feel supported and loved.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","supportive school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states \"overwhelming opposition\" and repeatedly rejects the policy with phrases like \"NOT OK, NOT NOW, NOT EVER\" and \"NO ONE has the right to impose immoral values upon my child.\" They argue the regulation is harmful and inappropriate, especially regarding bathroom access and parental notification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and uses dismissive language toward transgender students, indicating rejection of the proposed policies. The phrase \"not ‘justice’ for the confused\" shows opposition to the regulation's purpose and framing.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Support This!\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, stating that transgender and non-binary students \"deserve our support\" and \"equal treatment, encouragement, support, and respect in all areas.\" The comment argues schools should be a \"life line\" for these students, which clearly favors adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","mental health","equal treatment","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"Terrible stuff\" and saying \"keep all this stuff out of our schools.\" They argue it will create \"confusion and fear\" and object to students changing pronouns and others being required to comply.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","parental rights","school curriculum","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the Virginia Department of Education is \"going too far here.\" They reject the policy's treatment of pronoun use and transgender identity, calling it inconsistent with reality and citing statistics to argue against the guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","discrimination","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and the title labels the policies \"OPPOSE,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies \"totally unacceptable\" and says schools should not \"encourage them in their sexuality,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also oppose gender-inclusive treatment in facilities by stating \"Bathrooms are by gender\" and argue this is the parents' role, not the schools'.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","bathroom access","gender identity","school authority"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses transgender equality, stating that \"Trans people deserve the same rights and access as everyone else\" and criticizing opposition as harmful. This clearly supports adopting the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","civil rights","equal access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly disagree with this policy\" and explicitly argues that \"this new policy will not be passed,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They frame the policy as endangering students: \"It puts students, male or female, at risk.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender policy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the proposed transgender policies,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. The rest of the comment reinforces opposition by criticizing the policies as \"radical theories\" that \"eradicate all distinctions between male and female\" and \"indoctrinate our school children.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","gender identity","parental rights","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"Destructive progressivisom\" and saying it will cause \"unknown havoc on a child's development.\" They also object to \"the lack of accountability and vagueness of writing\" and to parents not being involved or notified, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school policy","accountability"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and states \"My family is completely against this.\" They object to the policy on grounds of bathroom access and pronoun/name use, saying schools would \"force them to share bathrooms with the opposite sex\" and \"call kids by whatever nonsense they make up that day.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"OPPOSED\" and says the policy \"does not respect nor protect the rights ALL of the children....nor their parents.\" They also argue it \"distracts from the core objective\" of education, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student rights","education priorities","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Support\" and \"I strongly support this!\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. The phrase \"This is long overdue\" further reinforces that they want it adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and asks to \"respect traditional family values,\" which indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["traditional family values","transgender policies","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"strongly opposed\" to the policies and calls them \"wrong on so many different levels.\" They object to bathroom access, parental authority, and transgender recognition, indicating they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment is explicitly titled \"Strongly opposed,\" which directly signals rejection of the regulation. The body reinforces opposition by criticizing representatives for \"push[ing] their own agenda\" and stating that \"the majority responses are strongly opposed.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","public comment process","constituent representation"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"passionately support\" the policy and argues that transgender, gender nonconforming, and non binary students \"deserve the same rights and protections\" as cisgender students. They also state that \"public school is for everybody\" and that everyone deserves \"equal protection under the law,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal protection","public schools","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls it \"obviously perverse for biological boys to compete with girls\" and says \"bad policies have ramifications,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student policies. Although they also express concern that \"I just don't want anyone to get hurt,\" the overall message argues against allowing trans girls in girls' sports.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying they are \"appalled and so disappointed\" and condemning the proposal as putting \"special interest groups\" over \"science and reality.\" The statement that officials have \"lost your minds\" for considering it indicates clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","indoctrination","science and reality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"agree they need support in the school system\" but explicitly rejects key parts of the policy: \"I cannot accept shared facilities\" and \"I should be notified of all emotional or physical challenges.\" They conclude, \"We as a family deal with these issues and not the school system,\" which indicates opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"mixed","tags":["shared facilities","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students","school notification"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"FULLY SUPPORT\" and urges, \"Let’s provide a safe and supportive environment for our LGBTQ+ students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please do not allow this travesty of a document even to be considered,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed policies. Phrases like \"not manipulated,\" \"not indoctrinated,\" and \"latest agenda of social experimentation\" show opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["indoctrination","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i strongly support this legislation\" and gives the reason \"for the protection of trans children,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying schools should \"Stop lying to children about who they are\" and calling the transgender guidance \"non-scientific trans stuff.\" The comment argues the regulation is \"damaging\" and should not be imposed on Virginia schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","child welfare","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the premise of the policy by calling transgender theology a \"revisionist\" view that \"violates God’s clearly articulated and intentional design for the two sexes.\" The comment argues that sex is fixed as \"male and female\" and says the policy's underlying approach \"distorts His image and His plan,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex-based policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly feel transgender students they deserve the same rights as every other student\" and says they should be \"protected from those who want to harm them.\" This clearly endorses the regulation’s protective purpose for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that the government \"does not have the right to mandate gender discussion without Parents approval\" and that gender topics are \"within the family,\" which clearly اعتراضs to the proposed policies. The reference to the First Amendment and parental responsibility indicates opposition to state guidance on transgender student treatment in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"!STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"Stop\" the policy, calling it \"lies\" and saying children should be kept to their \"born gender.\" The request to \"Keep the boy, girl and teacher bathrooms separate\" also shows opposition to the regulation's transgender accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"FULLY SUPPORT\" and repeatedly urges adoption of the policies, stating that \"Implementing positive and highly integrated support policies would save lives\" and \"Integrate empathic policies.\" The comment describes harmful past experiences to argue for stronger protections and support for transgender students, not against the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","mental health","bathroom access","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT\" and states that \"This document should be adopted\". They argue it will protect people from discrimination and preserve \"individual liberties and freedoms,\" which clearly endorses the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student rights","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Highly in support of this legislature\" and repeatedly urges approval, ending with \"Stand for trans rights!!\" The rest of the comment reinforces support for the policy's protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"yes,\" which indicates approval of the proposed regulation. The title \"Transgender Rights\" also aligns with support for the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and objects to the policy because he believes parents should be informed if a child is \"assum[ing] a role as a boy/man\" without his knowledge. He frames the regulation as leaving him \"lied to or left out of the loop,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student guidance as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school notification"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"allowing a male by birth enter into a female bathroom.\" The comment argues against transgender students using sex-segregated facilities and frames the policy as harmful to girls and women.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","sex-specific facilities","parental rights"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not adopt this transgender policy in our public schools,\" which is a direct request to reject the regulation. The statement that it \"will ultimately harm our children\" reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","student safety","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and repeats \"oppose!!\", indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation\" and describes it as \"a needed first step,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The stated reason is to \"promote the health and wellbeing of trans students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support education\" and criticizes opposition as \"misinformation peddled by religious narratives,\" indicating approval of the proposed transgender student policies. There is no request to weaken or reject the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support this guidance\" and \"I therefore welcome and support its implementation.\" They also argue it will \"reduce those real and significant harms\" to trans youth, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly rejects the policy as a \"disgrace,\" \"a joke,\" and \"this craziness,\" and says it is \"attempting to take the parents rights away.\" They explicitly argue the regulation should not be implemented and suggest transgender-confused students should be homeschooled instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support the Regulations\" and states they are \"glad that new guidance is being implemented to protect trans children and teens.\" They also affirm that \"No child should have to face discrimination in Virginia schools,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Strongly oppose\" and \"I do not support this at all,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"terrible\" and says it \"opens up my kids\" to fear, indicating rejection of the regulation. They object to bathroom access and to being punished for \"misgender[ing]\" someone, which shows opposition to the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues there is \"no need to forcefully enact this policy.\" They also call it \"indoctrination\" and object to bathroom access based on transgender identity, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","indoctrination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support!\" and argues that transgender students should be \"supported\" and their gender identity \"recognized and respected.\" They also oppose arguments against the policy, calling anti-transgender policies discriminatory and saying biblical definitions \"do not belong in public schools or state legislation.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","bullying prevention","student mental health","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"NOT IN SUPPORT AT ALL\" and asks \"Would you want your daughters topless around a bunch of boys,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The comment argues the policy would create \"very bad situations\" and references sexual assault concerns as reasons to oppose it.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","sex-specific facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"!STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" twice and provides no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality. This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the 'rules' regarding transgender issues for public schools!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation rather than a request for changes or clarification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Strongly Support\" and argues that \"schools should provide more support for all transgender students.\" The body consistently endorses equal treatment, respect, and support for transgender students in schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly, very strong oppose transgender policies concerning VA schools!!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for changes or a neutral remark.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I OPPOSE PASSIONATELY\" and describes the policy as \"a huge overreach.\" They also argue that existing no-bullying rules already cover the issue and ask to \"allow parents to guide their children,\" indicating rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","overreach","bullying prevention","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Fully Support\" and says \"There is no reason it should be 2021 and Virginia doesn't have A COMPREHENSIVE school policy\" for transgender youth. The body clearly endorses adopting the policy and urges the state to \"believe in science\" and improve protections for transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student health","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this shift in policy,\" which directly states opposition to the proposed regulation. They further argue that school policy should defer to parents' choices, indicating they do not want this policy adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks policymakers to \"refrain from allowing transgendered students to use school bathrooms of the opposite, natural sex\" and says \"Please do NOT subject our children\" to this policy. They also oppose transgender students participating in sports aligned with their gender identity, arguing they should use their \"natural born sex\" facilities and teams.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","student safety","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and urges parents to \"pull their children from public schools\" because of these regulations. The statement \"We need to stand up for our children\" and the call to keep children home indicates rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","values and morals","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the premise of the transgender policies, stating that \"a man cannot become a woman and a woman cannot become a man\" and calling the transgender movement's claims \"falsehoods.\" The comment frames the policies as contrary to a Christian worldview and argues against recognizing transgender identities or related accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","bathroom access","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support implementing policies to promote the health and well-being of trans youth\" and describes the proposal as evidence-based best practices that should be implemented. They also argue the policies are required by Virginia Code and should ensure students are \"safe and free from bullying and harassment,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and repeatedly argues for protecting transgender youth through the policy. The body frames the regulation as necessary to reduce \"victimization, bullying, and suicide,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender youth","student safety","bullying prevention","suicide prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy,\" which directly endorses adoption. They also give a reason in favor of it: \"All children deserve equal protection from bullying.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["bullying prevention","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal protection"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am absolutely opposed to the proposed policy changes\" and repeats \"I am absolutely opposed to this! No! No! No!\" They argue the policy is harmful, undermines parents, and conflicts with religious values, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support legislation needed to promote the health and well-being of trans youth\" and urges creating \"an inclusive environment that supports ALL of our children.\" The comment defends the proposed policies and argues for their adoption to protect trans students' safety and mental health.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","mental health","inclusion","bathroom access"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support\" and \"I strongly support,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation. They further justify this by emphasizing that \"The safety, well being, and happiness of trans and non-binary children shouldn’t be debated,\" which aligns with adopting the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and frames the policy as threatening \"the protection of innocent children.\" This indicates clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Opposed\" and says \"these guidelines just overstep public education boundaries\" and asks for \"reasonable proposals\" instead of a \"dramatic shift in ideology.\" Although they express support for respecting trans students, their overall position is that the proposed guidelines are too expansive and should not be adopted as written.","tone":"mixed","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","school policy","religious freedom","student expression"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE this bill 100%!!!!\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"reconsider this policy\" and \"draft a new policy\". The body argues the regulation fails to protect \"privacy, security\" and \"girls,\" and describes it as an \"overreach\" that effectively makes bathrooms and locker rooms \"coed.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and adds \"Support trans kids!\" They also state \"It will save lives,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose strongly\" and repeats \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" They argue the policy is a \"direct violation of parental rights and sovereignty\" and an \"encroachment on religious freedom,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school role"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this bill\" and frames it as \"advocating for the health of our trans youth,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no opposing language or request to weaken the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student health","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly oppose these policy changes\" and argues the policy \"ENDANGERS our children\" rather than protecting them. They also frame the proposal as allowing \"more opportunity for sexual abuse\" and call it \"a recipe for disaster,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter strongly rejects the regulation, asking rhetorically, \"HOW DO YOU LET\" school staff do invasive checks and calling the policy \"very illegal\" and \"sexual harassment.\" They also demand that the senator \"HAS TO LEAVE THE GOVERNMENT,\" indicating clear opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","sexual harassment","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support\" and argues the policy is \"doing the bare minimum\" to \"affirm and protect trans students.\" They also state that students need to feel safe in school and that the policy helps prevent harm and distraction from learning.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","school climate","teacher perspective"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am so opposed to this!\" and argues the policy would encourage \"moral, life altering, body altering decisions\" for children. The closing plea, \"Let them be children still!!\" clearly rejects the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","parental concerns","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these guidelines,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. They also affirm the policy goals by stating transgender students should be \"treated in accordance with their gender identity\" and \"supported in their transitions.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support trans rights in schools,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose. They also state that trans individuals \"deserve to feel safe and respected,\" aligning with the policy’s goals of protection and inclusion.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY support!\" and argues that schools should protect transgender students and \"provide a warm and loving environment.\" They frame the policy as necessary because \"Trans kids deserve a space\" and criticize opposition as harmful.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","identity exploration","school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose strongly\" and repeats \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" They argue the policy would let schools \"help my children explore their sexual identity\" and claim it violates \"parental rights and sovereignty\" and \"religious freedom,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school role"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I am opposed to this policy\" and repeats, \"I am opposed to this,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation, stating \"This should NEVER be passed ANYWHERE!!\" This is a clear call for rejection rather than support or a neutral question/comment.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STONGLY OPPOSE\" and \"Absolutely not,\" rejecting the proposed policies. They also argue against the existence of \"TRANS kids\" and call for police involvement, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","child abuse","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this bill\" and asks, \"Please do not allow this bill to be approved.\" They argue the policy \"overstep[s] parental rights\" and object to schools \"pushing parents voices out,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school authority","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I STRONGLY SUPPORT this bill\" and repeatedly endorses inclusive, anti-discriminatory treatment of transgender students. They also urge, \"Don't further marginalize and discriminate against trans students,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","anti-discrimination","student safety","equity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges action in favor of the policy, saying \"Let lived experiences rise above the opinions of others\" and that \"This decision will protect the rights of all children.\" The body presents data on mistreatment of transgender students to justify adopting the regulation and ending \"this history of trauma.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Now they want that for kids. No. Go yourself.\" The rest of the comment attacks transgender people and frames the regulation as harmful to children, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!!!!!\" and calls the policy \"a very dangerous policy!!\" They ask to \"reconsider other options\" and argue against allowing students to use bathrooms or locker rooms of their choice, indicating rejection of the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose Bill 145 and 161\" and repeats \"OPPOSE Bill 145 and 161.\" They argue the bills are a \"gross overreach of government\" that undermine \"parental rights\" and family authority, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","family autonomy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support and oppose this\" and \"I object,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. They also argue to \"Stop abusing our children\" and say to \"Let them decide as adults,\" indicating opposition to implementing the regulation for students.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","youth transgender issues","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The comment is too brief and garbled to interpret reliably. It only says \"No. off s,\" which suggests rejection but does not clearly reference the regulation or provide a coherent position.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Say no to this\" and framing transgender students and supporters as dangerous. The comment is strongly hostile toward the regulation and its subject matter, not supportive or neutral.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","harassment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying their kids will be taught to ignore these \"transkids\" and opposing the guidance. The statement \"Bring back BULLYING\" and the claim that transgender students should be treated as \"the gender they are not\" indicate clear hostility toward the regulation’s protections.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"hell no\" and says \"Keep all the LGBT elsewhere,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted. The remainder of the comment is abusive and hostile toward LGBT people, reinforcing opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support this bill!\" and argues that \"Transgender students must be protected and supported at all costs.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"absolutely opposed to the policies proposed by the VDOE\" and rejects the proposal as an \"agenda\" being pushed onto children. They also object that it \"allows life choices to be made for our children\" without parental involvement, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","family involvement"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this bill,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The additional phrase \"Protect our children!\" reinforces a negative view of the regulation, though it does not add specific policy details.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support clear guidance and consistent expectations across Virginia's public schools\" and thanks the agency for its work. They also ask for \"further guidance\" to expand inclusion, which indicates support for the regulation with possible strengthening rather than opposition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","curriculum","libraries","inclusive education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges approval with repeated \"SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORT!!\" and defends LGBT students, saying they \"deserve so much love and support.\" The final line, \"THIS BILL IS ROLLING OUT ANYWAY,\" also indicates endorsement of the regulation rather than opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","anti-discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that trans students need \"protection, support, and equity.\" They also state that students \"deserve to feel safe and supported\" in school, which clearly endorses adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","equity","supportive school environment"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT!!\" and argues that \"Transgender lives are equally as important as anyone else's,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed policies. The rhetorical question about having \"a transgender child\" reinforces support for protections and respectful treatment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student dignity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy with \"trans rights are Human rights\" and the enthusiastic title \"agree!!!\". The remark is clearly in favor of protections for transgender students rather than opposing them.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to this bill\" and calls it \"ridiculous,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. Although they add that they have \"no hate\" and \"only love,\" the overall position is still opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student confusion","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Support all children regardless of how they self identify,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s protective approach toward transgender students. The statement about children having \"the right to decide who they want to be in a safe environment\" further supports adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the draft policies and repeats \"I strongly oppose this VDOE’s policy!!!\" They argue it violates \"parent’s rights,\" hides information from parents, and compromises privacy and safety, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","indoctrination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues \"We must support our children in any form they come in,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The rest of the comment attacks opponents, but the policy position is unambiguous support.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the regulation, calling it \"Brainwashing\" and a \"perverted CULT agenda\" and arguing it should not be used in schools. They repeatedly frame the policy as harmful to children and parents, asking \"Why would it be ok to continually ignore Parents and Girls ?\" and describing it as \"Blatant Evil.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely support this initiative,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. They further argue that public schools should provide a safe education free from \"fear of persecution and the distractions of bigotry\" and that a trans student's rights should prevail, indicating clear support for the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I 100% support\" the policy and praises \"protecting the mental health and overall well-being of our transgender youth.\" They also endorse the regulation as a way to protect rights and reduce suicide risk, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","student rights","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the bill \"absolutely need[s] to be passed\" and frames it as necessary \"for the sake of our children.\" They also endorse nondiscrimination and safety protections, stating \"We should not discriminate under any circumstance.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this\" and \"Strongly am for this,\" which directly endorses the proposed policies. They also add a general statement of inclusion: \"Support all people regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or race.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!\" and thanks the agency for helping \"ALL children\" feel \"welcome, seen, included, and supported.\" This is a clear endorsement of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal \"should be stopped immediately\" and calls it \"a clear and present danger to children and to women.\" They argue it is \"usurping parental rights\" and harming children, indicating strong opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","school sports","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and urges, \"Protect the students, all of them!\" This clearly endorses adoption of the transgender student policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I SUPPORT TRANS RIGHTS IN SCHOOLS,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose and adoption. The title \"IN SUPPORT\" reinforces that position.","tone":"positive","tags":["trans rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support implementing model policies in our schools\" and argues that \"People who identify as trans deserve protection in our schools.\" They also emphasize that \"All children deserve to participate in school free from harassment,\" which aligns with adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The phrase \"trying to brainwash our children\" further shows opposition to the regulation's treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states plainly, \"Opposed to the transgender policy,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy\" and repeatedly rejects the premise of transgender recognition, calling it \"transgender trash.\" They also object to bathroom/locker room access for transgender students, saying they refuse to let their daughter use facilities where \"a guy could walk in.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","bathroom access","parental rights","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender bill\" and repeatedly argues against it, calling it a \"transgender/LGBTQ agenda\" and saying it \"puts the teachers & children in situations\" that should not occur. They also object to schools acting \"behind parents backs\" and say teachers should not be forced to \"teach & embarce questionable agenda,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school authority","religious beliefs"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues it is \"extremely sad and dangerous\" to allow children to \"choose\" their gender. They also object to \"remove parents’ rights,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly criticizes the policy as creating \"new terms and rules\" and says \"Not a single thing in the 26 pages makes that job easier for schools or parents.\" They also argue that \"Before 18 it's parents choice how to raise their children,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's approach to transgender students and school handling of parent-student conflicts.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student privacy","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says she is \"opposed to Radical Gender Theory being introduced into our Virginia School System\" and asks VDOE to \"get back to the job of being educators\" and \"leave the parenting to parents and the family.\" These statements clearly reject the proposed transgender student policies and argue they should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","curriculum","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal as a \"radical agenda\" and says it \"should not be pushed onto everybody in our public schools.\" They also state, \"This proposal is not to protect kids,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this initiative\" and repeats that it \"should be strongly opposed.\" They argue the policy is \"unnecessary\" and \"goes beyond legal bounds\" because it infringes on \"parental rights\" and \"constitutionally-protected religious beliefs.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this,\" and endorses the policy’s anti-discrimination purpose. They also argue for sharing research that validates trans people and criticize opposition as \"bigotry,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" and \"I strongly oppose the encouragement of transgender acceptance in schools.\" They reject the policy’s premise and argue against teaching children that they can \"choose gender,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this bill\" and repeats support for \"the safety of Trans children.\" The rest of the comment argues that trans children \"deserve to feel safe,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it is \"forcing on the population\" a worldview they do not hold and that it is \"wrong to force the people of Virginia to teach children and manage schools according to a godless worldview.\" They also warn that families will leave public schools if the state adopts it, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","public schools","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter objects to the guidance’s approach to confidentiality and parental notification, specifically criticizing that information may be withheld from \"unsupportive parents.\" They argue schools should not let a child make \"huge, life altering decisions without the knowledge or consent of their parents,\" indicating opposition to the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","transgender students","school policy","family involvement"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the implementation of these guidelines.\" They further endorse the policy by stating it will \"help the mental health and school participation of students\" and that \"All students deserve to be treated equally, fairly, and with respect.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","equal treatment","school participation"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter asks, \"Why take on another ridiculous and bad idea?\" and says to \"stick to the basics,\" indicating opposition to adopting the transgender student policies. The final sentence about teaching children to read, write, and add suggests they want the regulation rejected in favor of core academics.","tone":"negative","tags":["education priorities","transgender policies","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"HELL NO!!!\" and argues it would endanger others, asking \"What about the safety of the other children???\" The comment frames the regulation as a threat to safety and uses that as the basis for opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these policy updates\" and argues that \"Schools should be a safe place for all children to learn.\" They also say the policies show transgender students \"are valued and supported,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support\" the policy and frames transgender students as deserving \"equal protection in all aspects of our fundamental freedoms.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal protection","student rights"]}


{"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 regulation's purpose. There is no opposing language or qualification that would weaken this support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth","well-being"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly support trans lives\" and \"We should support this community,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed policies. The comment also argues against making the transition harder and in favor of helping transgender people feel comfortable, which aligns with adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student comfort","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support\" and \"Strongly oppose,\" indicating rejection of the policy. They object to schools discussing \"sexual orientation/sexuality topics\" and to using \"he/she/they terminology,\" which directly targets the transgender-student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","pronouns","age appropriateness","teacher burden"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.72,"stance_rationale":"The commenter does not reject the regulation; instead, they say it has a \"positive moment\" and that \"This opportunity to realize positive potential\" should be preserved. They ask for \"detailed and concise language\" about conscience and religious liberty to be included, indicating support with requested changes rather than opposition.","tone":"mixed","tags":["religious freedom","conscience rights","First Amendment","policy language"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"support the people in the LGBTQ community\" but argues that the policy's restroom, locker room, and sports provisions create \"potential risk,\" \"increased sexual exposure,\" and unfair competition. They conclude these are \"the two biggest issues\" that need to be addressed so activities are fair, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the draft policy is a \"SIGNIFICANT OVERREACH\" and asks to \"Please revise this draft with something more reasonable,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written. They object to the policy's handling of parental notification and say it is \"harmful\" and \"horrific,\" which shows they want substantial changes rather than adoption as-is.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","mental health","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states that the guidance \"is badly needed.\" They also endorse the policy approach, arguing that privacy should be increased rather than excluding non-binary students from facilities or recognition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","student facilities","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I urge you to adopt this guidance,\" which is a clear endorsement of the regulation. They also frame it as protective, saying it will \"keep my child and all others safe.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}