{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy with statements like \"Trans rights are human rights!!\" and \"Keep our trans friends safe and honor their rights!\" This indicates clear support for adopting the transgender student protections. The reference to bathroom attacks is used to defend the policy, not oppose it.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bathroom access","trans rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these regulations\" and repeatedly argues they should be stopped, calling them \"legislative overreach.\" The body frames the policy as harmful and immoral, saying it \"sow[s] discord and wickedness\" and threatens children's safety and society.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I very strongly oppose this proposal,\" which directly indicates rejection of the regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the bill is \"unnecessary rhetoric,\" that lawmakers are \"wasting our time and tax dollars,\" and argues students with different genitalia \"should be required to use separate facilities.\" These statements clearly reject the regulation and call for it to be weakened on bathroom/shower/locker room provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","school facilities","transgender students","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"crap\" and saying they would \"rather homeschool my children\" than allow it. They argue it creates a \"worst environment\" and criticize allowing children to be treated according to their gender identity.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school environment","homeschooling","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the trans protections that are currently proposed\" and praises government action for progress. Although they disagree with allowing transgender girls in girls' sports, they still endorse the overall proposal and say government should \"include these girls as well.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender protections","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","sex-specific activities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support this policy document\" and calls it \"an excellent document.\" They also argue it is needed to protect trans students and criticize objections to it, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","religious freedom","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"against the new school policies on transgender issues\" and asks, \"Please do not fold on this.\" They argue the policy is harmful and should not be adopted, citing concerns about confusion, identity politics, and social effects.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","student identity","identity politics"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy with phrases like \"Support the students!\" and \"Everyone has a right to be who they are!\" They argue that treating transgender students differently is \"discrimination\" and say \"Everyone deserves to be treated with respect,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","respect"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these policies\" and frames them as necessary to \"protect\" transgender students and make schools \"safe and welcoming.\" The comparison to racial integration further indicates endorsement of the regulation's purpose and approach.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and argues against transgender recognition in schools, saying children are being \"derail[ed]\" and that \"this is sin.\" The final line, \"there is NOT a third sex!!,\" reinforces rejection of the policy's underlying premise.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex binary","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and argues the policies \"should not be instituted.\" The rationale focuses on parental notification and involvement, indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school communication"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Fervently Apposed\" and expresses being \"enraged at this proposal,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also argue it is an \"assault on the innocents of our children\" and cite a Bible verse condemning those who \"offend one of these little ones,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE.\" The title also says \"SUPPORT,\" leaving little ambiguity about their position on adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose this legislation,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and the title reads \"Oppose legislation,\" indicating a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language or alternative suggestions are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose Transgender curriculum being taught in public schools\" and argues that teaching children they can be \"whatever they want to be\" is \"in direct opposition\" to God's design. The comment urges schools to instead teach children \"how God sees them\" and their \"appropriate gender roles,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender curriculum","gender identity","public schools","student development"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and adds that \"All students should feel safe and supported in their learning environments regardless of sex, sexual orientation,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. No opposing language is present.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly against the Model Policies\" and repeatedly urges rejection, stating \"These proposed policies do not help\" and \"Don't ignore those who suffer.\" The body argues the policies are harmful and frames them as \"child abuse\" and \"forced political propaganda,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student welfare","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"insane\" and \"diabolical\" and objecting that it would \"deny parents\" their rights and responsibilities. The comment argues the state should not impose on children or override parental authority, which is a clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","religious freedom","state authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"we are against the new school policies on transgender issues\" and reiterates, \"We are strongly against the new school policies on transgender issues.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"very strongly support and applaud the proposed measures\" and repeatedly endorses the guidance as beneficial. They also argue the \"benefits... far outweigh the potential harm,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","gender diversity","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance and policy,\" and argues it will ensure \"a safe and supportive learning environment free from discrimination and harassment.\" They also defend the policy against religious-freedom objections, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the current draft model policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also question the evidence base and argue existing guidelines should be sufficient, implying the proposed policies are unnecessary or unwarranted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","evidence-based policy","student safety","school guidelines","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support transgender rights,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose. The second sentence, \"The child you protect may turn out to be your own,\" reinforces support for protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","student protection","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this guidance\" and endorses its purpose of supporting transgender and non-binary students. They also argue it is \"the best way to foster mental health and positive outcomes,\" indicating approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","nonbinary students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues that the policy is \"wrong\" because it would teach children \"that there are more genders or that they are genderless.\" They also object to \"forcing them to make a decision,\" indicating rejection of the regulation's transgender-related guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","parental rights","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of VDOE's proposed guidelines\" and the title states \"Strongly oppose the proposed VDOE guidelines.\" They argue the policy is \"dangerous,\" \"indoctrination,\" and would \"eliminate parental rights,\" all of which indicate clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","transgender students","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the need for the policy, saying \"Creating policy allows for education and a standard for all to abide by\" and frames it as necessary for \"love and acceptance.\" There is no criticism of the regulation; instead, the comment supports welcoming and connecting with transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","supportive school climate","nondiscrimination","student acceptance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this proposed legislation\" and repeatedly argues against its provisions, calling it \"an overreach by the government\" and saying it is \"working to take away our parental rights.\" The comment also objects to pronoun-related discipline and supports sex-designated bathrooms and locker rooms, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","pronouns","bathroom access","locker rooms","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this policy\" and urges VDOE \"to not disregard the role of parents in public education.\" They argue the policy is harmful because it is based on \"objective feelings\" rather than \"objective truth,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","sex/gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"OPPOSED\" and says they do not believe schools should \"facilitate students request for trans treatment, pronouns, etc\" without parental permission. Although they support discrimination-free schools and privacy options, the overall position is against the proposed policy as written and seeks to substantially limit school affirmation of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","pronouns","privacy","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please DO NOT implement your Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues the state is \"overreaching\" and that the policies should not be adopted. They object to parental notification, transgender student accommodations, and bathroom/locker room access, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please do not disregard the rights of parents\" and argues that parents \"must have the final say as to what their children are taught,\" which indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The reference to government removing this parental role as \"tyranny\" further shows rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in full support of this bill\" and calls it \"a critically important bill\" to affirm transgender students' \"right to safety and inclusion.\" The rest of the comment reinforces approval and urges condemnation of opposition efforts.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I urge support of HB 145 and SB 161\" and repeats, \"Please support these two bills.\" The comment argues the policies should extend protections for trans children and be used to protect them from discrimination and hate.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and says \"This is an overreach of government.\" They also argue the policy \"is infringing on the rights of children who are not transgender,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","student rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeats that they are \"strongly oppose to this forum.\" They argue the policy is inappropriate for schools and say \"there has to be a better way to handle this,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support all efforts to make Arlington and va schools trans friendly and supportive\" and asks Virginia to \"step up to support trans and gender nonconforming youth.\" Although they describe negative experiences with current policies, the overall position is clearly in favor of adopting supportive transgender student policies.","tone":"mixed","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","student safety","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"STRONGLY opposed\" to schools teaching \"any of this\" to elementary and middle school children, and frames the policy as \"indoctrinate\"-ing children. They also argue the school should not help a child \"figure out their identity,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","elementary and middle school","bathroom access","parental rights","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing to express my support\" for the guidance and praises \"creating inclusive learning environments for transgender and non-binary youth.\" They also argue it should be \"our common goal\" and describe the policy as promoting safety, respect, and better outcomes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I believe it is essential for school to be a safe place for all students\" and calls the guidance \"an important step towards not only protecting and supporting LGBTQ students.\" The title also states \"In support of the guidance,\" making the pro-adoption position clear.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support\" and repeats that \"ALL our kids have a right to a safe education.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","supportive learning environment","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Strongly Support\" the guidance and \"deeply encourage the Virginia General Assembly to adopt these protections.\" They also describe the document as \"critical\" and \"thoughtful and inspiring,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states the proposal \"would [not] infringe on others' rights.\" They further endorse it as a way to \"protect the rights of this very vulnerable and valuable population,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and urges schools to \"implement policies\" that affirm transgender students. They also call for government action to \"protect and encourage those policies\" and penalize schools that discriminate, indicating clear support for adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","student rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very strongly oppose\" and argues the policy should not be adopted because it would \"promote Radical Gender Theory\" and \"go around parents.\" The comment frames the policy as morally wrong and contrary to religious beliefs, indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it would \"promote Radical Gender Theory\" and \"go around parents\" without consent. They also state that the advocacy is \"wrong,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I definitely do NOT support any of this\" and \"This is not okay and shouldn’t even be an option.\" They also argue against shared bathrooms/locker rooms and the policy generally, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","parental rights","school sports"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The rest of the comment reinforces approval by arguing for protections for everyone: \"We all do.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this\" and repeatedly argues against the policy as \"supporting the lie.\" They object to parental notification limits, pronoun/name provisions, and school staff being unable to intervene, framing the regulation as harmful and contrary to their beliefs.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","pronouns","student privacy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and \"proudly support this guidance document.\" They also praise the drafters and say it will make \"VA schools a better place to learn and grow for all students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Full support\" and argues that transgender students \"need this supporting document\" to access education fairly. They clearly endorse adopting the policy and criticize those who oppose it, saying it should \"write[] bigotry out of their bathrooms and locker rooms.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","school facilities","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support the DOE transgender policies,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They argue the policies are unsafe and raise concerns about restroom and locker room access, saying students may use them \"just to view persons of a particular sex.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and urges moving toward policies that provide privacy in restrooms and changing areas. They frame the change as beneficial for \"safety\" and for reducing \"assault or bully\" opportunities, which aligns with supporting the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["privacy","student safety","bathroom access","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the VDOE model student policies\" and argues the guidance will help schools \"provide a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students.\" The comment endorses the regulation as a needed framework for transgender and non-binary students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY, STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and urges officials to \"STOP the INSANITY\" and \"STOP the CONFUSION\" of the policy. They reject the underlying premise of transgender recognition, stating that the \"Natural Order\" is male/female only and calling for psychiatric help instead of gender transition support.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","mental health","student identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues the policy is \"taking authority away from parents\" and \"infringing on religious rights and convictions.\" They also call it a \"dangerous precedent,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school authority","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the draft policies are \"in need of correction\" and repeatedly objects to specific provisions, including not notifying parents of gender identity requests and allowing access to changing facilities. They conclude, \"As written, I would seek alternatives instead of sending my children to public school,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as drafted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly begins with \"Opposed\" and says that if approved, the policy would be \"a huge injustice and threat to students (especially girls), parents and teachers.\" This clearly indicates they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","girls' rights","parental rights","teacher concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal \"should be rejected immediately\" and calls it \"criminally negligent and incompetent.\" Although they suggest it be \"extensively rewritten,\" the overall position is clearly against adopting the regulation as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school authority","privacy","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSE 100%\" and argues against allowing transgender students access to facilities and privacy protections, stating \"I do not want my children subjected to the genitals of the opposite sex\" and calling the policy an \"infringement on religious beliefs\" and \"American freedoms.\" These statements clearly reject the regulation rather than support it with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these regulations\" and argues they are \"inappropriate for public education here in Virginia.\" They also object that the policies \"overrule the authority of the family\" and \"can actually endanger children,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","public education","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not support this transgender policy,\" which directly opposes adoption. They further argue the policy is harmful to minors, calling it \"life altering\" and \"confusing,\" and warn that some treatments \"cannot be reversed.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","minors","medical treatment","parental concerns","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose this baseless proposal\" and urges officials to \"vote no.\" They also argue it is harmful and \"an attack on family itself,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family rights","transgender students","school policy","evidence basis"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Against\" and argues that no one should \"influence a child\" in the way the policy \"represents,\" calling it \"harmful and abusive.\" They also reject the policy as \"ridiculous power\" and say they would not allow their children to be subjected to it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","privacy","school authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The title explicitly says \"Strongly support,\" which directly states approval of the regulation. The body, \"A person is a person and that's that,\" reinforces a supportive stance toward equal treatment without raising objections or conditions.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter is explicitly \"strongly strongly against!\" the proposed policies and argues that \"God made the decision\" rather than people or children, indicating rejection of the regulation. The language about \"those who are confused\" and insisting the decision is already \"Done\" shows opposition to transgender student protections.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support these policies,\" which directly indicates approval of the regulation. They also justify this support by emphasizing that children and youth should \"feel safe in their learning environment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","supportive learning environment","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strong oppose this action\" and asks, \"please do not create more situations\" that would cause problems. They argue the policy would be \"harmful to students\" and create a \"very dangerous, unsettled environment,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","school environment","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am vehemently opposed to DOE proposed transgender school policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The follow-up statement, \"Parents, not the school system, are responsible for their children,\" reinforces opposition to school involvement in this policy area.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policy","school authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support any policies that will provide a safe place and environment for ALL students\" and argues that \"Healthcare has no place for discrimination and neither does education.\" This clearly endorses adopting the regulation to protect transgender and gender queer students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","safe learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do no support Virginia's unwise elevation of any times of childhood gender confusion\" and argues the policy would \"only elevate that situation, not lower it or protect it.\" They also reject school involvement in bathroom choice and gender designation, urging that youth be guided privately instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student privacy","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the bill\" and repeatedly rejects \"anything related to transgender or LGBT.\" They also call the proposal \"absolutely absurd\" and say it \"perpetuates further division,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","parental rights","school policy","division"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and states, \"Every student deserves to feel safe and included!\" This clearly endorses the proposed policies and their goals of safety and inclusion.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","inclusion","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am STRONGLY opposed to the school policies,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The religious justification, \"God created them male and female,\" reinforces opposition to transgender-inclusive policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"Totally against Radical Gender Theory!!!!\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The statement \"Parents should be involved with their own children’s upbringing!!!\" also signals opposition to the regulation’s approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and repeatedly argues against the proposed policies, claiming they \"subvert parental authority\" and should not be adopted. The final sentence also criticizes teachers being required to use a student's selected gender, indicating rejection of the regulation's core provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","teacher obligations","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Definitely Oppose!!!\" and argues that \"Parents should be responsible for their children’s values,\" which indicates rejection of the transgender student policies on parental-rights grounds. It does not offer support or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"DO NOT support this!!!\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policy. There is no qualifying language or request for amendments, just a direct call against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of your proposed guidelines\" and urges VDOE to \"Reject the Model Policies.\" They also object that the policies would \"eradicate distinctions between male and female\" and \"disregard the role of parents,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"DO NOT support this policy!!!\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The follow-up \"this is absurd!!!\" reinforces a negative position rather than offering neutral feedback or a question.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Totally against!\" and rejects the policy by asserting that \"Parents are responsible for their children’s values NOT the unchristian liberals!!!\" This indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies rather than support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support these necessary measures\" and repeatedly argues the guidelines are needed to protect trans students. They also reject objections to the policy, calling it \"supporting basic humanity, not governmental overreach.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","privacy","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support the proposed changes,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The stated reasons—\"disregard parental rights\" and \"the First Amendment rights of teachers and administrators\"—indicate opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","First Amendment","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support transgender rights,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. They also argue that allowing students to be supported in their gender identity \"does not harm other students,\" indicating approval of the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"in support of the Model Policies\" and argues the proposed rule will \"enhance Virginia schools\" and create a \"better learning environment.\" They also thank the agency for \"ensuring safe and welcoming schools for all Virginia students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!\" and endorses \"inclusive policies for all students including our most vulnerable and transgender students.\" This is a clear affirmative position in favor of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT!!!\" and adds \"Trans rights are human rights. Period,\" which clearly endorses the proposed transgender student policies. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose and DO NOT SUPPORT THE PROPOSED CHANGES,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue it \"disregard[s] parental rights\" and \"students' privacy rights,\" reinforcing opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","First Amendment","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly urge all schools to adopt the guidance outlined by the Virginia Department of Education concerning transgender and non-binary students.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","non-binary students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"strongly in support of this language and action\" and explicitly wants it to \"protect trans children from discrimination in schools.\" The rest of the comment criticizes opponents, indicating clear approval of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose schools promoting gender dysphoria\" and calls the proposal an \"outrageous proposal.\" They argue against school involvement in gender issues, object to bathroom access, and say the policy should not be \"imposed from Richmond,\" all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","student safety","local control"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against this\" and \"Strongly Against,\" indicating opposition to the regulation. They argue it would make their daughter \"uncomfortable\" and suggest transgender students should have \"their own personal bathroom,\" which rejects the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states their \"strongest objections\" to the proposed policies and repeatedly argues they should not be adopted, calling them a \"biased viewpoint\" that will cause harm and be impossible to implement. They also say the policies \"undermine the ability of parents\" and create \"compelled speech,\" indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","pronouns","privacy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"opposed Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender students.\" This is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying language suggesting support or modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives \"Full Support for these students\" and argues that \"all students in Virginia public schools are entitled to equal rights and privileges.\" The final sentence, \"Let's make sure our schools are providing these essential freedoms,\" clearly endorses the proposed policies' protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","equal treatment","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly in favor!\" which directly supports adoption of the regulation. The additional statement \"Trans rights are human rights. Protect our children\" reinforces approval of the policy's protective aims.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose your policies\" and objects to \"allowing this type of policy.\" They also state it \"will not and does not protect our children,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","parental concern"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"fully support\" and \"I vehemently support any action taken to support this marginalized community.\" They also frame the policies as \"a step in the right direction,\" indicating approval of adoption even if imperfect.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that people should be able to \"express your true self,\" which aligns with adopting the transgender student policies. The comment also endorses educating those who harass others, reinforcing support for protections against discrimination and bullying.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-bullying","student rights","non-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY AGREE AND SUPPORT THIS!!!!!!\" which directly endorses the regulation. The phrase \"This is about keeping all of our kids safe!!!\" reinforces approval of the policy's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","transgender students","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" the policy and frames it as protecting \"HUMAN rights\" for trans people. They also endorse bathroom access and say the policy is \"purely about making sure that trans people get what they need,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["human rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and repeatedly urges adoption of the guidance, stating \"This guidance is critical\" and \"Thank you for proposing this model policy.\" The comment argues the policy will improve safety and well-being for transgender and gender non-conforming students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","family rejection"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"keep moving ahead with legislation that supports transgender and LGBTQ+ youth in schools and in our communities.\" They also state that this group \"needs support, acceptance, and love,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender youth","school support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"ABSOLUTELY AGAINST\" the policy and states they are \"totally against this LGBT nonsense\" being \"forced on EVERY CHILD.\" They also argue the government has no right to override \"parental rights,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum","politics in schools"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"FULL support\" and urges policymakers to \"think about the developing minds of these kids\" and what is best for their safety and peace of mind. Although they mention bathroom concerns, they frame them as manageable and still favor the policy's protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","bathroom access","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly support the information proposed in this guidance document\" and repeatedly endorses its purpose, stating it \"provides gender-expansive and transgender youth with the support and rights that they deserve.\" They also argue it will help schools create a \"caring and supportive school environment\" and improve student mental health.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","bullying prevention","school climate","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THE PROPOSED TRANSGENDER POLICIES.\" They object to transgender inclusion in \"sports and changing rooms\" and suggest transgender students should be supported \"in different ways,\" indicating rejection of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation promoting the health and well-being of transgender children\" and adds that \"No restrictions or discrimination should be in their way especially in education.\" This is a clear endorsement of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","nondiscrimination","education access"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the guidelines in this legislation\" and the title reads \"100% Support.\" They also argue the policies help trans students feel safe and reject \"religious intolerance,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the rules \"rely on pseudoscience\" and would \"open our kids to abuse,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The statement \"Parenting is the role of parents. Not school administrators\" further indicates opposition to the policy's school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender policies","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Against\" and repeatedly urges officials to \"Stop it\" and says \"You are destroying the family and the community with this crap.\" The body rejects the transgender student policies as \"woke\" and claims they should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","family values","teacher treatment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with the changes this policy will bring forward,\" which indicates opposition to adoption. The statement that it will not \"make school a safe place for children\" reinforces a negative view of the regulation's effects.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Absolutely not in favor!\" and \"I DO NOT SUPPORT ANYTHING IN THIS BILL!\" They also argue against the premise of transgender identity and call for \"biblical teachings\" instead, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","mental health","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the policy \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues it would force Christian teachers to violate their faith, make schools unsafe, and keep parents uninformed. They object to \"allowing students to choose whichever locker room they want\" and say the policies are \"wrong,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose\" and \"Strongly disagree,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the legislation\" and frames it as \"protecting the rights, health, and wellbeing of transgender youth.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","student wellbeing","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states, \"I am completely opposed to this change,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided, but the opposition is explicit and unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Completely opposed to this change,\" and the title \"NO. NO. NO.\" reinforces rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no indication of support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly oppose a mandated transgender policy\" and urges officials to \"oppose this.\" They argue the policy would \"jeopardize the bodily privacy and safety\" of children and be \"detrimental to all students,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","transgender policies","religious beliefs"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"Another waste of tax dollars\" and says \"Stop making sex an issue,\" indicating opposition to the transgender student guidance. They also argue it \"DOES NOT serve education\" and complain about \"one community demanding special privileges,\" which supports a clear anti-adoption stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","tax dollars","school bathrooms","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the Board of Election’s policies/guidances regarding transgender and non-binary students.\" They also endorse protecting these students from mistreatment, saying schools should \"make sure that neither school personnel nor other students are given any kind of a green light to make things difficult.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and says \"Strongly Disagree!!!\" about the proposed policies. The phrase \"This is wrong on some many levels\" indicates clear rejection rather than a request for changes or a neutral observation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and calls the policy \"a crucial start.\" They also endorse the underlying purpose, saying it would make school safer and that \"Trans rights are human rights!\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","identity recognition","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the proposal \"flawed\" and argues it should not proceed as written, citing \"extreme financial risk\" and lack of safeguards. They also raise concerns that the privacy provisions could \"protect predatory adults,\" indicating rejection rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","oversight","legal risk","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and \"I fully support legislation to promote the health and wellbeing of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. No opposing language is present.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"Strongly Support!\" and repeatedly urges adoption of the policy, saying they \"implore our representatives\" to \"ensure protection for transgender children in our schools.\" The body frames the regulation as necessary legal safeguards for student safety and rights.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students","school rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"SUPPORT\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, stating that \"Trans rights are human rights\" and that \"Granting safety and acceptance to our state's youth can be nothing but good.\" The comment argues for supporting transgender students and rejects opposition to the policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","religious freedom","public education","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Support!\" and adds, \"I fully support legislation to promote the health and wellbeing of trans youth.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing to strongly oppose these potential changes\" and repeatedly argues the policies should not be adopted, saying schools should not be \"pushing controversial policies without parents consent.\" They also conclude that the state should seek \"other avenues\" and that these policies should not be \"pushed down upon schools and students.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Yes! Strongly Support!\" and states they are \"very glad\" the legislation can be passed. They also express hope that it is adopted so \"all students can start to get the educational experience they're entitled to.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this,\" which clearly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or requests for modification are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues the rule will help transgender students. They praise the policies for preventing \"name calling and bullying\" and say it will make schools \"a better place to learn.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bullying prevention","school safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not impose this transgender policy\" and titles the comment \"Fully oppose transgender policy.\" They argue it is a \"very dangerous mandate\" and ask to \"leave these topics out,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","student safety","bullying prevention","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the mandated transgender policy\" and repeats, \"I urge you to oppose this policy.\" They also argue it would be \"harmful to my child and all children\" and \"jeopardize the safety of our children,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","student safety","parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed to new legislation\" and argues the policies set a \"dangerous precedent\". They object to \"limiting parents' rights\" and to transgender students' bathroom/locker room access, saying it puts \"the rights and privacy of every non-transgender youth in jeopardy.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Model Policies\" and reiterates agreement with the guidelines. They also argue the policies create \"a safer and more inclusive environment for all students,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school safety","inclusion","nondiscrimination","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges action in favor of the policy: \"Protect trans people\" and \"Protect trans children <3.\" This clearly supports adopting the regulation to protect transgender students in public schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the draft guidance provided by the VDOE\" and repeats that support at the end. They also argue that \"Supporting transgender students hurts nobody\" and that not supporting them could \"hurt many children,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school counseling","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support new policy\" and urges implementation: \"now is the time to implement it\" and \"let's start with this.\" They also affirm the policy's purpose and transgender students' dignity, saying \"Trans kids are born who they are\" and \"we need to have respect and love for them.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school guidance","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter begins with general support for equal rights and safety, but the core message warns against adoption because it could let \"a boy decide[] to enter a girls locker room or bathroom\" and says \"I'm not reading anything that would limit this.\" The closing plea to \"Think this thru to the end before passing a law\" indicates opposition unless stronger restrictions are added.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"should be strongly supported\" and frames the issue as one of \"fairness and goodness.\" The final sentence, \"the least that anyone can ask is to be able to live it as they are,\" clearly endorses the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","fairness","supportive environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I full support this legislation\" and \"I support this legislation wholeheartedly,\" which clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","support for regulation"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation needed to promote the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The title \"Full Support!\" reinforces that they want it adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student well-being","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support!\" and \"Strongly oppose this legislation!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT TRANS LIVES\" and argues that \"We need to support Trans children,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s protective approach. The comment frames the policy as allowing children to \"live their own truth\" and reducing suffering, indicating approval rather than opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student well-being","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"i strongly oppose this proposal,\" which directly indicates rejection of the regulation. No additional details or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation needed to promote the health and well-being of trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The title \"Full Support\" reinforces that they want the policy adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this policy\" and frames it as \"the protection of our transgender youth,\" indicating clear approval of adoption. There is no opposing language or ambiguity.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender youth","nondiscrimination"]}


{"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 supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, saying it \"infringes on the parents rights\" and that they are \"strongly opposed to allowing a school to participate or lead a child to question the gender\" of the child. The comment frames the rule as harmful and illegitimate, not as something to adopt with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose transgender bill\" and argues to \"Leave sex education to the parents,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The suggestion that students questioning identity should be directed to \"psychological help\" further shows opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sex education","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the policy planned by the VDOE\" and praises its provisions, including using students' preferred names and pronouns. The comment argues the policy helps students feel \"safe and secure\" and frames it as basic respect and support for transgender youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","preferred pronouns","preferred name","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY support this guidance document!\" and praises it as \"well-written.\" They also endorse its purpose by stating that \"Trans rights are basic human rights\" and that all kids need to be safe and secure.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","nondiscrimination"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this effort\" and argues the policy is \"harmful\" and should not be adopted. They also object to schools withholding information from parents and call the proposal \"social experimentation,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","student behavior"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and says \"I’m happy to see this introduced.\" They also ask to \"ensure\" the policies are connected with community organizations and resources for trans youth, which indicates approval with suggestions for strengthening implementation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student support","bullying prevention","community resources","health care"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against your policy\" and objects to transgender students being allowed \"special privileges.\" They also oppose participation in sports and bathroom access for transgender students, indicating rejection of the policy's core provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","bathroom access","student privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the implementation of the Model Policies\" and \"strongly support HB145 & SB161.\" They also argue the policies would create a \"supportive\" school environment and provide \"respect, freedom from bullying and harassment, physical and emotional safety, and access\" for transgender and nonbinary students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the model \"has nothing to do with providing... an excellent education\". They also object that it \"uses the sexual identity agenda to erode parental rights\" and calls on VDOE to \"Stop using identity politics to overreach,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education priorities","government overreach","identity politics"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Full support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, saying \"Hate will not win\" and condemning opposition as \"discrimination.\" The final sentence, \"they deserve to be happy,\" clearly supports protections for transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We strongly oppose the proposed changes to educational policy,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also cite concerns about \"parental rights,\" \"students' privacy rights,\" and \"teachers' and administrators' First Amendment rights\" as reasons for opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","First Amendment","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, saying people are \"den[ying] gender\" and \"pushing this on our children in our schools.\" The closing call to give children \"true values and correct basic knowledge, not confusion\" indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","student education","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the VDOE in developing The Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools.\" They also endorse the purpose of the guidance, saying children should \"feel safe and secure\" and that the policies do not replace parents' role.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the remark \"Full Support\" and states that \"providing necessary accommodations for transgender students\" will improve safety. They also endorse the regulation’s rationale by saying it is supported by \"scientific proof\" and will help prevent suicide rates.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the potential transgender mandate policy\" and argues it is a \"dangerous precedent\" that limits parents' rights. They also object to bathroom/locker room access and say the policy puts \"the rights and privacy of every non-transgender student in jeopardy,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","bathroom access","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I fully oppose this proposal for transgender policies - FULLY oppose.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation with no qualifying support or request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives \"Strong disapproval\" of the proposed gender guidelines and says the Department of Education is \"overstepping by far.\" They argue that schools should not make these decisions \"without our consent\" and that it is \"a PARENT'S business,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school authority","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the adoption of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly endorses the policies as a way to \"protect & support TransYouth.\" The comment argues the policies will affirm dignity, prevent discrimination, and improve student well-being, indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","privacy","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies\" and repeatedly endorses the proposal as beneficial. They argue it will \"enhance Virginia schools\" and create a \"safe environment for all,\" which clearly indicates approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","equal access","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not support\" and ends with \"I am against this legislation,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The body also argues the regulation gives \"special rights\" and is harmful to children, indicating opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","sex differences","school policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and concludes that \"The legislation shold therefore be discarded.\" They object to the policy because it would affect children without \"parents involvement\" and \"express consent.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose the proposed guidelines\" and repeats that they \"strongly oppose the guidelines that are being proposed.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","school guidance","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and argues that transgender students deserve \"the same respect and protections\" as others. They also state that anything else would be \"a failure\" to create a safe learning environment, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Strongly support\" and praises the policy’s underlying goals of protecting transgender and non-binary youth from \"bullying and residual trauma\" and \"intolerance and discrimination.\" The final sentences argue that children should not be \"targeted and traumatized,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter strongly endorses the regulation, stating \"THIS PROP IS FOR THE KIDS NOT YOU\" and criticizing those who oppose it as \"bigots.\" The comment argues the policy helps trans kids and frames opposition as prejudice rather than a substantive policy objection.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","bullying prevention","student safety","parental rights"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support!\" and argues the policies are needed for \"basic human decency and respect for everyone's identity.\" They also criticize discriminatory treatment and say we should be \"standing up for everyone's rights,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"100% STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy is \"a direct violation of parental rights and 1st amendment rights.\" They also say they will \"never let our children back into public schools again,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools","free speech"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I vehemently oppose\" the policies and argues the school system is \"beyond the scope of your authority with these mandates.\" They want transgender-related discussions handled at home and object to the policies as an interference with parental rights and family values.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this step\" and urges adoption of the policies. They also endorse the regulation’s goals, including \"a safe and supportive learning environment\" and \"evidence-based practices.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am completely against this\" and urges, \"terrible, stop this right now,\" which clearly rejects the proposed guidance. The title and body both express strong disapproval of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose any special treatment\" and rejects the policy for transgender students. They also argue against implementation in schools, saying \"No need to indoctrinate other children,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","elementary schools","student treatment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly opposed!\" and repeats \"Very concerned!\" without offering any support for adoption. This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support\" the policy and urges officials to \"enact[] policies that will protect them from harassment and bullying.\" They also argue that \"ALL students deserve to feel safe in our schools,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination","empathy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and calls the policy \"an absolute overreach\" that would \"steal parents ability to take care of our kids.\" The comment argues from parental rights and religious grounds against the regulation's approach to transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.9,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that “God designed male and female differently” and that “to deny this gift and be someone different would be denying God’s will,” which directly rejects the premise of affirming transgender students. Although they briefly acknowledge rare intersex/biological exceptions, the overall message frames transgender identity as sinful and in need of correction rather than support.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY SUPPORT,\" which directly indicates approval of the proposed policies. The opening phrase, \"as a mental health and student affairs practitioner,\" provides professional context but does not change the clear supportive stance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and urges the district not to go in \"this direction,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The rest of the comment argues the policies are harmful and cites alleged medical and legal consequences to support opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","medical concerns","parental rights","student safety","lawsuits"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"motion to support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, saying \"Supporting ALL our students is essential\" and that \"Giving trans people the opportunities to become their best selves\" will improve school safety. The comment argues in favor of the regulation’s goals rather than opposing or questioning them.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support legislation to promote the health and well-being of trans youth!\" This is a clear endorsement of the regulation's purpose and adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I wholeheartedly approve of this action\" and calls it \"a step in the right direction,\" which clearly supports adoption of the regulation. The rest of the comment reinforces support by defending transgender students and the LGBTQ+ community.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.74,"stance_rationale":"The commenter criticizes parts of the policy as \"a bit harsh\" and asks for clarification, but ultimately endorses a key accommodation by saying \"each school should be required to have a gender-neutral bathroom\" to reduce harassment. The closing statement that \"This legislation does not see both sides\" suggests concern about implementation, not rejection of the regulation itself.","tone":"mixed","tags":["pronoun policy","bathroom access","student privacy","discipline","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Emphatically oppose\" and \"I refuse to support nonsense,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue it would \"infringe on parent's rights\" and \"jeopardiz[e] their safety,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","sexuality education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Oppose\" and adds \"Opposed to allowing this!\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose such teaching,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. The additional language calling it \"very offensive and completely unacceptable\" and urging a return to \"the basics of morality\" reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","morality","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidelines proposed by the VA Department of Education for Trans and NonBinary Students.\" They also affirm the policy goal by stating, \"All youth deserve safe and supportive school environments.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive school environments"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and \"Please do not pass this,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. \"Concerned parent!\" reinforces opposition but does not add a specific policy argument.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I VERY STRONGLY OPPOSE THE TRANSGENDER POLICY IN VA SCHOOLS!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation with no qualifying language or request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues that schools should have \"more God\" rather than \"more gender confusion,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The language is clearly directed against the regulation's subject matter rather than offering neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We are strongly opposed to this\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, saying it \"takes rights from parents\" and objecting to transgender students using bathrooms and sports teams aligned with their gender identity. The comment calls the policy \"perverted evilness\" and urges a return to older social norms, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this being mandated in the school system\" and repeatedly argues against the policy as written. They frame it as undermining \"the role of a parent,\" crossing \"SERIOUS BOUNDARIES,\" and say the VDOE should \"STAY IN THEIR LANE,\" all of which indicate clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","government overreach","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policies \"would be a welcome and refreshing change\" and expresses hope that the guidelines \"can help to establish a welcoming environment for trans students.\" This is clear approval of adopting the model policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.84,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says that \"once you start naming a certain group and trying to help you end up making that group singled out\" and concludes that \"You don't need to single out a group to do this.\" This indicates opposition to the specific transgender-focused policy, while still endorsing general respectful treatment for all students.","tone":"neutral","tags":["transgender policy","equal treatment","student respect","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"absolutely appalling\" and saying \"We... will not stand for this.\" The body attacks the regulation as a \"disgusting sexual agenda,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I fully support legislation\" and frames the policy as protecting \"the health and well-being of trans youth in school.\" They also endorse equal treatment, stating trans students deserve \"the same uplifting treatment and support as cisgender students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students","school support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that if the policy passes it will create \"mayhem\" and \"NO borders\" for children, and says it is \"a path of poor foundation that is trying to pass.\" These statements clearly reject the regulation and frame it as harmful to school discipline and child development.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school discipline","child development","gender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose to this idea\" and argues it is \"very unsafe for children,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The closing phrase, \"Yes love everyone but not doing it this way,\" reinforces opposition while expressing a general sentiment of acceptance.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with pushing this agenda,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The phrase \"instead of listening to your constituents\" indicates opposition to adoption as written or in principle.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","constituent concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very strongly oppose any legislation\" related to the policy. The statement objects to the regulation on the grounds that it \"teaches sexual gender or orientation as a choice,\" indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","sex education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"School transgender policies - strongly oppose\" and repeatedly argues against the policies, saying they are \"hypocritical,\" would increase harm, and that \"parents should be leading their children through this.\" They also state they would withdraw their daughter from public school if the policies are adopted, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose\" and argues the policy \"cannot be healthy nor helpful to any child.\" They also object on religious and parental-rights grounds, saying it is \"against my religios beliefs\" and should not \"supersede anything that we do as parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student wellbeing","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I full Support the legislation\" and adds \"Support your peers,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. The stated reason is to \"promote the health and well beings of transgendered humans.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student wellbeing","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Disagree!\" and argues against allowing transgender students access to bathrooms, locker rooms, and girls' sports. Phrases like \"I would hate to think\" and \"should not have to choose to be anything else\" show clear opposition to the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"Transgender issues should not be exposed to kids,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies addressing transgender students in schools. This indicates opposition to adopting the regulation as written or in any form that involves student exposure to transgender topics.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is unacceptable!\" and \"Strongly disagree!\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supportive or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and provides no qualifying language or support for the regulation. This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support helping trans youth,\" which clearly endorses the policy’s purpose and adoption. There is no language indicating opposition, neutrality, or a request for changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support"]}