{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these dangerous, misguided policies\" and repeats that they \"should be opposed.\" They also argue the policies would \"harm\" children and \"strip parents of their right to raise their own children,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I speak in support of the proposed regulations\" and concludes that \"these regulations would protect those who need protecting\" and \"they should be adapted.\" The comment argues the policy benefits LGBTQ students and should be adopted, not rejected.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"OPPOSED to the Document\" and says it \"supports and promotes a lie,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The final sentence about \"only the Truth can set You Free\" reinforces opposition rather than offering neutral feedback or support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"OPOSED\" and calls the policy \"complete INSANITY!!!,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. There is no request for modification or neutral feedback, only strong opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose !\" which directly states opposition to the proposed policies. The additional phrase, \"A concerned parent not only for our kids but children everywhere,\" reinforces a negative position without offering support or neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose this proposed ruling\" and objects to \"Mandatory sharing of bathrooms, showers and locker rooms with opposite biological sex.\" This indicates they want the policy rejected or substantially weakened, despite also mentioning privacy concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","sex-segregated facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly objects to the policy, saying there is \"no protection of biological females in restroom or changing facilities\" and that there is \"no reason to rush\" the proposal. The reference to schools being \"woke\" further indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","changing facilities","privacy","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am fully in support of the Model Policies\" and argues that they \"ensure a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment.\" The comment consistently endorses the regulation as protecting students from discrimination and harassment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies\" and repeatedly calls them \"unworkable,\" \"government overreach,\" and \"totalitarian.\" They also object to preferred pronouns, restroom access, and the lack of religious exemptions, all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","pronouns","bathroom access","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly, strongly support\" and argues that transgender students should be allowed to use the bathroom matching their gender identity. They also endorse gender-neutral bathrooms and describe the policy as preventing harm to trans people.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not vote for ANY measure\" and argues against policies that would recognize transgender students, calling them \"misguided.\" They also object to shared facilities and sports participation, saying males should have separate bathrooms, locker rooms and sports.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","school sports","privacy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote against\" the proposed changes and repeats that request at the end: \"Please vote against it for so many reasons!\" They argue the policy would \"destroy girls sports,\" create safety issues, violate privacy, and expose teachers and the state to lawsuits.","tone":"negative","tags":["girls sports","locker rooms","parental rights","privacy","teacher liability"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONLY OPPOSE\" and asks officials to \"take a stand\" against the policy, arguing it would \"jeopardize bodily privacy and safety\" and amounts to \"gender promotion\" in schools. The overall message is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSE\" and asks officials to \"take a stand\" against the policy. They argue the regulation would endanger \"the safety and privacy of my children\" and object to what they call \"gender promotion\" in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","gender identity","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the transgender policies proposed for Virginia's public schools.\" They further argue against the policies on substantive grounds, stating that \"Gender is NOT distinct from biological sex\" and that the policies are \"confusing\" and \"potentially disruptive.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","biological sex","student privacy","young children","school disruption"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"the insertion and teaching of transgender politics into schools,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The language targets the policy itself rather than asking for clarification or modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","education","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation to protect the health and well being of all students in Virginia schools\" and calls for policies to be implemented. They also argue that transgender students face harassment and that \"This must change,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, stating \"There are two genders, Male and Female\" and calling it \"an abomination\" for the department to consider otherwise. They also say it is \"child abuse\" to support \"the transgender agenda,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the schools teaching ANY transgender policy,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The phrase \"stop trying to force this on them\" reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and asks officials to \"protect the lives, security and emotional well being\" of children by rejecting the policy. They argue the regulation would \"jeopardize bodily privacy and safety\" and frame it as \"gender promotion\" in schools, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm honored to support this guidance\" and repeatedly endorses having a policy that will \"provide a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students.\" They also express support for \"our LGBT youth\" and want schools to be \"safe and welcomed,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy","inclusivity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"ridiculous\" and saying it is \"not necessary.\" They also argue it is \"unnatural\" and \"sinful,\" indicating opposition to adopting the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly frames the proposal as \"Opposition to Transgender Policies\" and repeatedly labels provisions as \"UNACCEPTABLE,\" \"OUTRAGEOUS,\" and \"INCREDIBLY STUPID.\" They argue against the definitions, privacy protections, parent-notification rules, gender-identity-based participation, and bathroom access, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks officials to \"take a stand\" against the policy. They argue it would endanger \"the safety and privacy of my children\" and object to \"gender promotion\" in taxpayer-funded schools, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","parental rights","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strong oppose this insane transgender policy!!\" and repeatedly urges, \"Do not pass this dangerous and sick policy.\" The body argues the policy is \"extremely dangerous and unscientific\" and says it will \"damage and confuse children,\" showing clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" in the title and urges readers to \"reject\" the policy, calling it \"the failure that is our public school system.\" They object to perceived school involvement in transgender-related decisions without parents and warn against \"tweaking with our children's development and well-being.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","medical transition","education quality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the gender 'education' policy proposed by the VA Department of Education.\" They further argue it is \"in clear opposition to God Himself,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose Transgender policies in our schools,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support for any part of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"adamantly opposed\" to the policy and rejects its premise, calling it a \"radical push\" and \"brainwashing.\" The repeated statement that \"boys are boys and girls are girls\" indicates opposition to the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and asks, \"What is the harm in passing this?\" They also urge the committee to adopt the guidance, saying it would \"save lives\" and criticizing \"hateful opposition.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose any transgender policies in schools\" and urges, \"Do not believe we need to change our natural laws.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","religious freedom","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues that trans children \"deserve to have an education where they are supported\" and concludes with \"Recognize, honor, value, and respect trans children,\" which clearly endorses the policy's purpose. The comment frames the regulation as necessary for \"safety and health\" and says recognition \"does not take away from the safety of any other children.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"harmful to our community\" and asks, \"How is this good for our society,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They also object to privacy and facility provisions, arguing it lets children \"hide information from their parents\" and that boys in girls' locker rooms \"does not protect the girls.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support!\" and argues that the policy could help children \"NOT feel like they want to kill themselves,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The comment frames the policy as a necessary response to harmful school environments for LGBTQ+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter is explicitly \"Adamantly opposed to transgender policy in public schools!\" and argues it is \"a mental health issue\" that should not be handled in schools. They also say teachers should not be \"forced to be teaching this sort of thing,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","mental health","curriculum","teacher workload"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects a key part of the policy, saying \"We have to say 'no'\" to \"biological males competing against girls in sports\" and framing the comment as \"a vote FOR our girls.\" The overall argument opposes transgender accommodations in schools and argues against the regulation's approach to transgender rights and participation.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","women's rights","student athletics"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose any transgender policies in our schools\" and objects to bathroom use, gender reference/education, and physical education accommodations that differ from \"biological gender.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","gender identity","physical education","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support any legislation that promotes equality in our schools\" and urges the reader to \"choose to support equality.\" The comment clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policies as a matter of inclusion and civil rights.","tone":"positive","tags":["equality","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy \"goes way beyond prevention\" and amounts to \"mandatory promotion\" of an ideology. They also say it would be \"damaging to kids,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","child development"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very opposed to the transgender policies being forced on our students,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. The phrase \"being forced on our students\" indicates opposition to adoption of these policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"create a policy that will create a respectful and inclusive environment in schools\" and says their church \"welcome[s] and support[s] LGBTQ students with love and respect.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation, though the final sentence is incomplete.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","respectful environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that \"Transgenderism is outside the established social norm\" and that policies for the \"ninety nine percent should not be enacted on the basis of the less than one percent,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The framing implies the regulation should not be adopted because it gives consideration to transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly OPPOSE the proposed new Transgender policy\" and asks officials to \"kill this proposed bull.\" They also object to allowing \"boys in girls' locker rooms and restrooms,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Full Support\" and says they are \"glad whenever there is more inclusive language adopted\" and hope the policy \"helps lead to more understanding\" and \"ease the way\" for trans children. The overall message endorses the regulation as a means to create \"inclusive communities\" and \"educational equity.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","educational equity","student support","transgender students","inclusive language"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states plainly, \"Opposed to transgender policy for schools,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the position is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"Deeply Misguided\" and arguing that transgender identity is a psychological problem rather than something the regulation should accommodate. They recommend \"free counseling\" instead of support for transgender students and cite sources to dispute the policy's underlying premise.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"a disgrace\" and saying \"boys shower with girls under any circumstance is disgusting.\" They argue that \"There are two genders period\" and oppose accommodating transgender students in sports and facilities, indicating substantial opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","school sports","student privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I urge you to completely scrap this proposal,\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"abhorrent\" and \"misguided.\" They oppose allowing transgender students to use facilities matching their gender identity and claim it would create risks, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very much opposed to the transgender policies being forced on our students,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. The title, \"Strongly Oppose Transgender Policy,\" reinforces that the commenter wants it rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policies as \"totally unconstitutional\" and calls them \"absurd,\" indicating opposition to adoption. They also argue the policies would \"force all students, faculty, and administrators to comply\" and prevent parental awareness, which are objections to the regulation itself.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender policies","privacy","constitutional concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"ideological indoctrination\" and saying \"please stop.\" They also state \"the parents do not want this,\" which indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","ideology"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very much against tax payer subsidized policy supporting this unproven direction,\" and frames transgender policy in schools as \"very problematic\" and \"even a threat to their children.\" The comment argues against the regulation throughout rather than requesting changes or offering neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly endorses the policy’s protections for transgender students, saying \"every kid deserves safe access to the bathroom\" and \"Just let the kids pee.\" They argue that trans students need bathroom access and that there is \"no evidence\" it makes bathrooms more dangerous, which supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose any transgender policies in our schools\" and objects to bathroom use, gender reference/education, and physical education accommodations that differ from \"biological gender.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","gender identity","physical education","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and repeatedly urges legislators to adopt the policy, calling it \"a brave, humane stance\" and \"a step toward a more equitable society.\" The comment frames the regulation as protecting transgender, intersex, and questioning students and asks lawmakers to \"champion\" it.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student protection","civil rights","equity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy direction, stating that people should be allowed to use the bathroom that aligns with their gender identity and/or have gender-neutral restrooms. They justify this by citing reduced psychological harm and improved safety for trans people, which supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","gender identity","student safety","privacy","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that trans people should be allowed to use the bathroom of their choice: \"Let people pee where they please.\" This directly endorses the regulation’s protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","transgender rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying to \"Stop confusing children with this absurd notion\" and criticizing the idea that gender identity should be recognized. The comment frames transgender recognition as \"a mental abnormality\" and mocks the policy, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity","science"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We should be striving to ensure every student feels safe and accepted at school,\" which aligns with adopting the policy. The reference to \"regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation\" indicates support for the regulation’s protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"[Support]\" and says the policy \"would be a great first step\" to help \"trans and gender diverse kids\". The body clearly endorses the regulation as promoting safety and well-being in schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and urges acceptance of transgender people, saying \"We must love one another\" and that we \"must open our hearts.\" The comment clearly endorses the regulation’s protective intent for transgender students rather than opposing it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","suicide prevention","supportive environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Model Policies\" and thanks the contributors to the policy. The rest of the comment reinforces approval by arguing that all children should learn in an \"inclusive, supportive environment\" and feel safe at school.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"SUPPORT AND PROTECT OUR TRANSGENDER YOUTH,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose and implementation. There is no language opposing, questioning, or qualifying the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the transgender school policy\" and argues the policies \"jeopordize the safety, well-being and mental health of all students.\" They also say the policy infringes parental rights and imposes an \"extreme ideology,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","religious freedom","transgender policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and argues the policies \"do not help; they hinder and deceive.\" They want gender dysphoria treated as a dysfunction rather than accommodated, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","school policy","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly labels the policy as \"transgender propaganda,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The statement is derogatory and dismissive rather than supportive or neutral.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy by saying, \"Schools are for education, not promoting political agendas and indoctrination,\" which clearly frames the regulation as inappropriate and undesired. This is a substantive objection to the transgender student policy rather than a neutral question or factual remark.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","political agenda","indoctrination","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"STRONG SUPPORT\" and says \"We need to have these guidelines\" to reduce inequity and address disparities among trans* students. The comment cites harassment statistics to justify adopting the policy rather than opposing or questioning it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","equity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support this model policy\" and repeatedly endorses inclusion and protection for transgender students. Phrases like \"All of our students deserve to be seen... and to be safe\" and \"Protect and celebrate our students\" clearly indicate approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"a travesty,\" \"mental and physical abuse,\" and urging \"DEFUND THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION\" and \"DEFUND THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY.\" The comment argues schools should not teach anything other than a strict male/female view and says to \"Leave PARENTING to PARENTS!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the model policies for the treatment of transgender children in VA public schools.\" They also argue to \"address the dysfunction\" instead, indicating rejection of the proposed policies rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and praises the policy as creating \"a more safe and inclusive learning environment for all.\" This is a clear endorsement of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the model policies\" and urges officials to \"do everything that they can\" to ensure the policies are implemented. The comment also praises a \"safe and welcoming environment\" and protection of \"human rights,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","human rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I stongly support all measures designed to assure Trans Youth equal access to public education,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no opposing language or qualification that would weaken this support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal access","public education"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!!\" and asks for \"representation of trans voices when the guidelines are written,\" which indicates approval of the regulation and a desire for inclusive implementation. The rest of the comment reinforces support for protecting students regardless of gender identity.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","representation","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter uses explicit denunciation of the policy proposals, stating \"Policy proposals = child rape\" and \"Policy supporters = child rape supporters,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The comment is not asking for changes; it is attacking the proposal in extreme terms.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","sexual abuse"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly threatens litigation if the policies pass: \"If policies pass, then class action law suit\" and \"we've got to suit them.\" The language condemns the policy as harmful and \"perverse,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["legal challenge","transgender students","school policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Strongly Oppose\" and asks, \"Do Not Codify\" the policy. The phrase \"Support Delusional Behavior\" is a clear rejection of the regulation’s treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies \"do not help; they hinder and deceive.\" They also reject accommodating or promoting transgender-related recognition in schools, calling it \"irresponsible\" and \"reprehensible.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school curriculum","gender dysphoria","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"an attack on free speech and on science itself\" and saying the policies \"bully anyone who follows the evidence of nature.\" This is a clear argument against adoption rather than a request for changes or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["free speech","science","transgender students","bullying"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and argues the policies are \"irresponsible\" and \"do not help; they hinder and deceive.\" They also reject accommodating transgender students, saying schools should not \"accommodate, promote, celebrate or force such confusion.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","school policy","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges officials to \"keep\" trans and non-binary youth \"safe and offered support\" and asks to preserve their \"equal rights\" to a \"safe productive space to learn.\" The comment endorses the policy goals of protecting transgender students from misgendering, bullying, and inappropriate facility use, which indicates support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","non-binary inclusion","student safety","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and ends with \"OPPOSE THIS BILL!\" They argue the policy is \"government over reach,\" objects to keeping parents \"in the dark,\" and rejects provisions on names/pronouns and sex-based facilities, while only briefly agreeing that bullying/discrimination should be prevented.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","pronouns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose the transgender policy for Virginia schools, K-12,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","K-12"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I stand with Virginia Trans Youth\" and urges, \"Do what's right,\" asking policymakers to protect trans youth rather than reject the policy. The comment frames the regulation as necessary support for a vulnerable group and clearly advocates adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposed policies, saying VDOE should not be \"proposing to force a series of policies\" and calling for anyone advocating them to be fired. The comment frames the policies as harmful and a waste of school time, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy burden","education quality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose the proposed Statewide Transgender Policy.\" This is a direct rejection of the regulation with no qualifying support or suggested revisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","statewide policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and argues the policies are \"irresponsible\" and \"reprehensible.\" They further state the policies \"do not help; they hinder and deceive,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","school policy","parental concerns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and \"I OPPOSE THIS BILL!\" They argue it is \"government over reach,\" that teachers should not counsel children on gender, and that it \"ignores Basic biology\" and other children's rights and privacy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","teacher role","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The comment is sarcastic and mocking toward the regulation, calling the authors \"Oligarchic Overlords\" and invoking \"1984\" and \"Big Brother\" to criticize authoritarian control. This strongly signals rejection of the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["government overreach","privacy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly frames the policy as \"propaganda\" and equates it with \"communist propaganda,\" indicating strong rejection of the proposed regulation. It argues that such political correctness is intended to \"humiliate\" and create \"emasculated liars,\" which is clearly hostile to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","political correctness","propaganda","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and says, \"If this passes my children will not be attending public school at all cost!\" This indicates strong rejection of the proposed policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I stand in support of vital protections for transgender and non-binary students\" and states that these students \"deserve to have protection and safety while at school.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly condemns the policy, calling it \"evil\" and saying there will be \"a pay day for the evil of legislating transgender within the schools.\" The biblical quotation is used to argue against recognizing transgender students, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious objection","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and frames it as harmful, calling it \"poisoning the minds of children.\" The reference to God and rejecting transgender identity indicates opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"an awful idea,\" \"complete nonsense,\" and an \"outrageous proposal.\" They argue it would \"trample the rights\" of others and take away \"opportunities, privacy, and free speech,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","free speech","parental rights","civil rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Trans Rights are human rights,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s transgender student protections. It offers no criticism or caveat, indicating straightforward support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","civil rights"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"totally against transgender policies in public education in the state of Virginia\" and calls the proposal \"government overreach.\" They explicitly argue it is \"immoral\" and should not be used, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","government overreach","public education","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposed transgender school policy\" and repeatedly argues it should not be in schools. They also object to restroom and changing-room access and say the policy would \"indoctrinate all students,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","school privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"(Support)\" and argues that schools should not make life harder for trans students, ending with \"just let them.\" The body defends transgender students' access to appropriate bathrooms and rejects safety-based objections, which aligns with supporting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"neutral","stance_confidence":0.78,"stance_rationale":"The commenter does not clearly endorse or reject the regulation; instead, they focus on practical bathroom design and say, \"I do recognize the need for children to Use a rest room.\" They explicitly state, \"I don't support the LGBTQ agenda,\" but the overall thrust is a logistical discussion and a request for a solution to locker rooms and sports rather than a direct position on adoption.","tone":"mixed","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","locker rooms","school facilities","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to any policy which promotes or normalizes transgender accomodations\" and argues schools should not be used for these policies. They also call the proposal \"radical liberal policies\" that \"attack traditional famly values,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender accommodations","school policy","traditional family values","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this bill,\" and argues against the policy on parental-rights and deception grounds. They object to children being told to \"lie to their parents\" and to teachers being able to \"legally lie to parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transparency","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do NOT support the transgender guidelines in our public school system,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. They also argue it \"put[s] the safety of our children at risk\" due to restroom and locker room sharing, reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","bathroom access","locker rooms"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the proposed regulation. The title \"Disastrous\" reinforces a negative rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"Schools should not be contacting CPS if parents disagree with a child’s choice,\" which اعتراضs to a likely enforcement or reporting aspect of the policy. The title, \"Strongly Opposed to CPS Involvement in Parenting,\" further indicates rejection of the regulation’s approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","CPS involvement","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposed policy \"should be discarded\" and argues it goes \"far beyond the path the General Assembly prescribed.\" They object to transgender students using bathrooms, showers, locker rooms, and overnight sleeping arrangements of their choosing, framing the policy as giving them unfair \"privileges.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","privacy","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and repeatedly rejects the policy, stating \"None of this is ok!\" and \"Not now and not in the future.\" They argue it would let teachers influence a child's gender identity, restrict parental speech, and harm girls' sports opportunities.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","student safety","sex-specific activities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy you are wanting to implement,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the transgender policies being proposed by the Virginia Department of Education\" and argues schools should not adopt them. They also say the policies \"infringe upon the First Amendment rights of parents\" and should not accommodate \"irreversible 'gender transitions,'\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","First Amendment","transgender policies","gender transition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and rejects the policy as \"craziness,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted. The call to \"put religion back in schools\" suggests opposition to the transgender student policies rather than support with modifications.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"not needed\" and calls it a \"transgender agenda\" being forced on schools. They also argue it \"takes more and more rights away from parents and teachers,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation, even while supporting respectful treatment and anti-bullying measures.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher autonomy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy outright, stating, \"This is not something that needs to be taught in school!!\" This indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student guidance in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","curriculum","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"extremely opposed\" to the policy and objects to \"government creating mandates for gender promotion in the public schools.\" They also argue it is \"forcing an agenda\" and that such programs have \"absolutely no place\" in children's education, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","curriculum","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly apposed\" and calls the proposal \"absolutely absurd,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. There is no language suggesting support or a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i am strongly opposed to the transgender policies being proposed\" and adds that such policy \"have no place in our public school system.\" They also warn it will \"open the door to a whole host of other problems,\" indicating rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely oppose\" and rejects the policy’s premise, stating they cannot \"pretend\" that a man can be treated as a woman. The final sentence also attacks the legislation as harmful and unserious, reinforcing opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and \"I am very much opposed\" to the guidelines. They argue against transgender-inclusive policies by insisting that \"Bathrooms and locker rooms need to be gender specific\" and that dress codes should differ by gender.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","dress codes","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and asks to \"Please register and take seriously this objection!!\" They object to the policy on parental rights and bathroom-related concerns, saying it is \"going down the wrong path\" and that not notifying parents is \"overstepping a boundary.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student privacy","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am strongly against the transgender policy,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The phrase \"will negatively affect K-12 children\" indicates opposition based on perceived harm.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","K-12 students","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says government officials do not have a mandate to \"enforce gender promotion\" in taxpayer-funded schools, which clearly اعتراضs to the proposed transgender student policies. The phrasing indicates they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","government mandate","taxpayer funding"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STOP this absurd pandering\" and rejects \"including transgender,\" indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The comment argues against transgender inclusion in school spaces and frames the policy as harmful and \"woke-world ignorance.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender inclusion","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose transgender agenda\" and urges officials to \"reconsider these proposals.\" They argue the policies \"open the door for more harm than good,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","school privacy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against the policy by rejecting transgender identities: \"You're either a male or a female, no in between.\" They also say the policy should be \"stopped,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly encourage you to oppose any transgender policies in our schools\" and argues against bathroom, locker room, and sports participation access for transgender students. The language frames the policy as \"immorality\" and \"completely unfair,\" indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I ask you not to implement or enforce the proposed Model Policies\" and requests a different policy instead. Although they begin by saying they agree all students should feel welcome, the overall thrust is opposition to the draft as written because it \"leaves parents out\" and ignores \"all other students' and parents rights.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","bathroom access","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Support!\" and \"strongly support the policy as is.\" They also frame the proposal as \"essential to protect transgender youth\" and \"suicide prevention,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"strongly encourage you to oppose any transgender policies in our schools,\" which is a clear rejection of the regulation. They also argue against bathroom and locker room access for transgender students, saying they can have \"equal rights\" without it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the legislation \"should NOT pass\" and repeatedly argues against it, calling it an \"usurp[ation]\" of parental rights and an \"infringement\" on speech and religion. They also object to bathroom/locker room access and describe the policy as forcing \"liberal ideology\" on students.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","religious freedom","free speech","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Virginia Department of Education Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students.\" They also characterize the policy as \"significant over reach,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","government overreach","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and expresses discomfort with transgender bathroom access, stating they are \"very uncomfortable\" with their child sharing a bathroom with anyone other than their gender. The phrase \"This is just opening thing!!\" indicates rejection of the policy rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" which directly states the commenter wants the regulation rejected. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and frames the policy as protecting vulnerable children and preventing harm. Phrases like \"protect and shield young people\" and \"act on the side of justice and equity\" indicate clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","equity","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose promotion of transgender education,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. The phrase \"liberal sexual lifestyle\" further indicates opposition to the regulation's subject matter rather than a neutral or informational comment.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","sex education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly oppose the Transgender legislation policy\" and urges that it not be passed, stating they would \"be forced to homeschool\" if it is adopted. The comment also argues the policy is not the schools' job and expresses fear about bathrooms and locker rooms, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose!\" and argues against the policy as \"ridiculous.\" They also state that it will \"cause a lot of issues for children and the parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" which clearly indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected. 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 \"Anything that can be done to support trans people, the youth in particular, has my full support.\" They also frame the policy as protecting vulnerable students: \"Everyone deserves to feel safe and happy.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","youth support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"i strongly oppose this bill\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, including rejecting \"biological boys using girls bathrooms or vice versa\" and asking to \"Add a 3rd bathroom\" instead. The comment frames the regulation as harmful to parental rights, privacy, and child safety, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!!!!!!\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as \"ridiculous\" and \"against parental rights.\" They argue it \"only harms children,\" object to bathroom access for transgender students, and say making it mandatory is \"ridiculous,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" twice, which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. It provides no supporting details or qualifications, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose the model policies,\" which directly indicates rejection of the regulation. They also argue it is \"grossly unfair\" and \"puts girls, in particular, in a more vulnerable position,\" reinforcing opposition on safety and fairness grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","fairness","girls' privacy","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i strongly oppose this bill\" and repeatedly rejects the policy, including opposition to \"biological boys using girls bathrooms or vice versa.\" They also argue it is \"negligent and irresponsible\" and ask to \"Add a 3rd bathroom\" instead, indicating they want the regulation rejected or substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am absolutely opposed to this transgender policy!!!\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. \"Considering moving!\" reinforces strong disapproval, though it does not add substantive policy reasoning.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says children should not be \"subjected to these policies being added to the schools\" and that this is \"a matter for families to handle --not the school,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The concern is framed as protecting grandchildren from school involvement in transgender-related policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students","family autonomy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance!\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The follow-up, \"Respect the dignity of every student,\" reinforces approval of the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and rejects the policy as \"Promoting Transexuality in School.\" They argue against the underlying premise of transgender recognition and call it \"akin to child abuse,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and follows with \"Stop social engineering,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. There is no request for modification or support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","social engineering"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I am 100% against this!!\" and repeatedly argues the policy has \"gone to far\" and should not pass. They also threaten to withdraw their children if it becomes rules, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, saying \"I will not subject my children to this indoctrination\" and calling on officials to \"Stop wasting our time with proposals\". They also state the policies \"hurt our student body,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","indoctrination","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy is \"Indoctrinating our children in sexual behaviors in school.\" They also plead to reject it \"for the sake of the CHILDREN,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support treating transgendered students with all of the respect and humanity\" and endorses the policy's dress code as \"excellent for all students.\" Although they raise concerns about bathrooms and athletics, these are framed as implementation suggestions rather than opposition to adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bathroom access","school sports","dress code"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this insanity,\" and argues the policies \"jeopardize the safety of every student.\" They also say they would need to chaperone their daughter if the policies are implemented, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","transgender students","school policy","sexual assault"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"extremely and adamantly opposed to such policies\" and calls them \"an abomination.\" They argue the policies conflict with their view of biology and religion, stating there are \"only two\" sexes/genders and rejecting the regulation outright.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying officials have \"no business\" telling children to \"tolerate the opposite sex in their bathrooms\" and calls the proposal \"sick social experimentation.\" They also argue for treatment over accommodation, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","opposition to transgender accommodations","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please don’t do this to Virginia’s children\" and \"We don’t want this for our children,\" indicating clear opposition to the proposed policies. They also object to specific provisions such as bathroom access and gender-related accommodations, calling the proposal \"brain washing indoctrination\" and \"insanity.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and argues that schools should focus on academics instead of this policy. They also reject the bathroom provisions, stating \"Bathrooms should be for the same sex\" and warning against allowing \"the opposite sex share a bathroom.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","sex-segregated facilities","transgender students","school priorities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"In its present form, I would oppose this policy,\" and repeatedly recommends revisions that would substantially narrow or change the policy. Although they acknowledge some goals like a \"safe and supportive learning environment,\" the overall thrust is rejection of the proposal as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","gender identity","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and calls the policy \"Outrageous.\" They also object that it is \"not the school’s place to override parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and objects to a likely provision about involving child protective services or notifying parents, calling it \"Ridiculous!\" This indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child protective services","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please doNOT involve our children in discussions on gender,\" which rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The title \"Oppose\" further confirms opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that government and schools should not \"dictate\" or \"force this on children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. The statement that it is not the school's responsibility to educate on \"sexuality and transgenderism\" directly opposes the policy's purpose.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex education","parental rights","government authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policies \"harmful\" and says Virginia is \"following the political trend\" to introduce them, indicating rejection of the regulation. They also argue it fails to protect \"privacy in restrooms and changing areas\" and girls' sports participation, which are objections to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","bathroom access","school sports","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and rejects the policy’s premise with \"Your body parts you were born with tells you what sex you are!\" This is a clear call against adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex definition","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!\" and urges officials to \"Stop imposing\" the policy, indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The language condemns the guidance as \"tyrannical, diabolical, and wrong on all levels,\" which reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling it \"ridiculous\" and saying it \"puts children in danger\" and is \"discrimination at the highest level.\" The comment urges rejection by claiming the regulation ignores science and harms women and minorities.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","discrimination","privacy","women's rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this effort\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as \"anti-science\" and a \"political agenda.\" They object to transgender students using bathrooms/locker rooms and to schools being required to affirm gender identity, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","school facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose of the policies vdoe is trying to approve,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support equitable education for all students,\" which clearly endorses the proposed policies. The title \"Fully support\" reinforces that the comment is in favor of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equity","education access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am absolutely opposed\" and \"I oppose each one of these policies.\" They argue the policies are \"dangerous and harmful\" and should not be adopted, grounding their objection in biological and religious claims.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this particular bill\" and argues that it should be opposed because it would \"promot[e] removing parental involvement\" and could harm children's future health. Although the comment begins with compassion for children, the clear policy position is rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","transgender students","mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that people are designed \"as Male and Female\" and says policy should \"align social policy with that intelligence,\" directly rejecting accommodations for transgender students. The closing criticism of \"trendy new terms for gender classifications\" and bathrooms/locker rooms indicates opposition to the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues that \"Girls should not be in locations designated for boys and vice versa,\" which rejects the policy’s transgender student accommodations. They also call the proposal \"absolutely the most obsurd thing\" and say it risks safety, indicating opposition even while suggesting a narrower alternative.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very strongly opposed to the transgender guidelines for schools\" and repeatedly argues the proposal will cause harm, \"chaos, pain, and an incredible amount of injustice.\" They also call the policy \"insanity\" and say it will \"strip the rights of children, parents, caretakers, teachers, faculty.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","parental rights","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s premise, saying \"This self identity stuff has gone too far\" and asserting \"God made male and female,\" which indicates opposition to adopting transgender student protections. The analogy about identifying as a race car driver is used to dismiss the regulation as invalid.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","religious beliefs","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and \"Absolutely oppose this!\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The reference to being \"a parent, with both a son and a daughter\" provides context but does not soften the opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and urges readers to \"Save The Children\" from the policy, indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The phrase \"satanic Pedophiles\" is a hostile attack on the policy and those associated with it, reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT SUPPORT\" and argues that \"No agenda such as this should ever be forced on families and especially children,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The statement that the issue should be left to parents rather than schools or politicians further shows opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","family autonomy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and objects to the policy as \"overextending\" VDOE's role. They argue the policies let children \"hide aspects of their lives from their parents\" and that VDOE has \"no right\" to reduce parental involvement, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","school staff authority","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. \"Absolute madness\" reinforces a negative rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Stop this now,\" and calls the policy \"insane,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed regulation. They also argue it would \"take[] parental duties away from parents\" and put children and staff in harm's way, which shows opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We must not allow this to move forward!\" and \"Do not force our students, teachers and administration to follow these unrealistic expectations,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. Although they say they support people living as they choose, the overall position is opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","biology","parental rights","school administration","freedom of speech"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Oppose\" and adds \"I do not agree,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and argues the policy is needed because \"Trans and non binary kids need our support.\" They also urge adoption by saying \"We cant let hate win this one,\" which clearly favors the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","anti-discrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE any changes or allowances\" and rejects policies that \"embrace transgenderism in public schools.\" They also argue schools should not \"considering policies or practices\" that allow a child to identify differently, indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","elementary education","school policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"deeply disturbed\" and explicitly states \"We Strongly Disagree,\" indicating rejection of the policy. They object to VDOE \"celebrate and normalize this type of behavior in our public schools,\" which shows opposition to adoption of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Strongly and vehemently OPPOSED\" and argues the proposal is \"ENABLING the confusion\" and \"endangering our youth.\" They also reject transgender-inclusive restroom access, stating \"Your physical genitalia should determine the restroom you use. Period.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the adoption of this policy.\" They also argue against the policy’s basis, claiming there is \"no scientific basis\" and that supporting studies were \"withdrawn\" and \"severely flawed,\" which reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","scientific basis","mental health counseling","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"the dumbest thing I have ever heard\" and saying \"this is not American.\" They also warn it is \"looking at a huge law suit\" and ask \"what is our country coming too?\", indicating strong opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that passing the policies would \"cancel[] the protections\" for other children. They also characterize transgender-related support as harmful, asking when those who encourage it will be \"held accountable,\" which clearly rejects the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"Do not pass this bill!\" They also argue it \"violates parental rights\" and object to \"secrets\" being kept between school personnel and children, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender policy","school communication"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly oppose the transgender agenda\" and asks officials to \"do NOT approve this agenda.\" They also threaten to withdraw their children from public school if it passes, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly signals approval with the title \"Suppot\" and states, \"All kids need love and acceptance as they grow into their most authentic selves,\" which aligns with supporting the transgender student policies. There is no language opposing or questioning the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","acceptance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeatedly condemns the guidelines as \"appalling and dangerous.\" They object to \"keep[ing] vital information... a secret from parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","transgender policies","school communication"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support!!\" and adds that \"All kids need love and acceptance,\" which clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policies. The language is affirming and aligns with the regulation's goal of supporting students' authentic selves.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"appalled at the proposed Virginia transgender policy\" and frames it as something that threatens children, indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement that it is our responsibility to protect \"the innocence of our children\" further signals opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","child innocence"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and repeatedly argues the policy \"violates\" constitutional rights and parental rights. They call for rejecting the guidance by claiming it would allow actions \"without the knowledge of and permission of the student’s parents\" and would undermine privacy, due process, and safety.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","due process","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I DO NOT SUPPORT THIS POLICY,\" which directly indicates opposition. They further argue it is \"detrimental to children\" and \"DEVISIVE between children and parents,\" reinforcing a negative view of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student wellbeing","transgender policies","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and says the policy is \"so far over the line\" and \"Disgusting,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They argue government has \"no business\" intervening in how parents raise children, which shows opposition to the policy's adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently oppose this\" and calls the policy \"sickening,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The reference to \"Government overreach via children’s sexuality\" shows opposition to the proposed transgender student policies specifically.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Against this idea\" and urges the board to \"focus on teaching our kids\" instead of the proposed policy. The phrase \"NOT tearing families apart by keeping secrets\" indicates opposition to the regulation’s privacy/confidentiality approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","transgender policies","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose these policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies are \"harmful to children\" and should not be used by schools. They also state that school personnel should \"follow the wishes of parents\" and not \"usurp their role,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","family autonomy","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Totally Opposed!!!\" and argues the policy would be \"devastating.\" They object to \"boys and girls... using the same bathroom and locker room,\" indicating rejection of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","gender identity","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"The proposed measures will add to the confusion and further normalize behavior\" and frames the policy as contrary to \"the Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God.\" The overall thrust is rejection of the transgender student policies and criticism of the Department of Education for promoting them.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly reject this policy\" and describes it as \"HARMFUL to children,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. The reference to it undermining \"the rights of parents\" further supports a rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","student safety"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I reject the policy regarding Transgender ideology\" and argues that schools \"should stay out of this area,\" which clearly opposes adoption of the regulation. The statement that it is \"not normal\" and should be excluded from schools indicates rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","school role","academics","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this proposed policy guidance\" and repeatedly argues for \"equal treatment\" and a \"safe environment\" for transgender students. The comment condemns \"bigotry and discrimination\" and frames the policy as necessary to protect transgender individuals.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY oppose transgender policy\" and argues the policy is \"harmful to children.\" They also reject its core premises, calling it \"indoctrination\" and objecting to \"hiding a child's gender confusion\" from parents.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this model,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue that schools should not handle transgender-related concerns except when parents request involvement, indicating opposition to the policy approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school role","therapy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal \"should NOT be approved\" and titles the comment \"OPPOSE THIS TRANSGENDER PROGRAM.\" They argue it is \"unnatural,\" undermines parental responsibility, and attacks religious beliefs, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states \"I strongly support treating all of our students with kindness, dignity, and respect,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The phrase \"Trans rights are human rights\" further indicates support for the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"opposed\" to key parts of the policy, especially allowing access to locker rooms based on gender identity and inclusion in sports. Although they note it is \"a step in the right direction,\" they repeatedly argue it \"needs more work\" and object to the policy as written because it could compromise privacy and fairness.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","locker rooms","school sports","transgender students","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose the Model Policies\" and argues the policies are \"alarming\" because they \"advocate no parental involvement.\" They recommend a different approach—informing parents and referring the child to private counseling—rather than adopting the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","parental involvement","gender identity","counseling","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Stongly oppose!\" and urges officials to \"Halt this nightmarish practice,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The rest of the comment reinforces opposition by framing the policies as \"Marxist chaos and confusion\" and \"Satanic.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student well-being"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Support\" and urges officials to \"do the right thing and ensure every students feel welcome and equal.\" They also endorse the policy’s underlying goals by saying \"ALL students need to feel safe and supported\" and describing benefits of reducing bullying and discomfort.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges the VDOE to \"meet all children's needs - this means transgendered children too\" and says \"Stop the rejection!\" They also reject discrimination against transgender students, indicating clear support for the proposed protections and inclusion policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","mental health","religious freedom"]}