{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. They also argue that \"sexual identity needs to be addressed at home\" and that it is \"a distraction to the learning process,\" indicating opposition to the policy's inclusion in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","education policy","parental rights","school distraction"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The religious statement \"God created a man and a woman not a transgender\" indicates disagreement with the policy's recognition of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and states that \"Transgender kids deserve the same rights and support as all other children in public school.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"completely opposed to this proposal\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, claiming it \"takes the rights of parents\" away, \"does NOT protect the vulnerable,\" and creates risks in bathrooms and locker rooms. They also state it \"does not allow for religious freedom,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","religious freedom","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"opposed,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language or request for modification is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the passage of this bill\" and urges officials to \"Do the right thing and protect your constituents.\" The comment argues for \"equal protections for all students\" and against discrimination, clearly endorsing adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student safety","transgender youth","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"vehemently opposed to this guidance\" and argues the VDOE is \"way overstepping their bounds.\" They also object to the policy as \"catering to a miniscule percentage of the population,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","education priorities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges protection for trans children and says schools should \"support the identities of these students.\" They frame the policy as necessary to help vulnerable youth and state there is \"no harm\" in supporting them, indicating clear approval of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student support","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am very supportive of these policies\" and calls them \"well worth it\" to better support transgender students. They also favor \"consistent guidance to schools\" and describe trans students as \"some of the most vulnerable students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school policy consistency","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly frames the issue as one of rights and anti-discrimination, saying \"Supporting Trans Rights as Human Rights\" and arguing it is \"past time\" to stop treating people as \"other.\" This clearly endorses the proposed transgender student protections rather than opposing them.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","anti-discrimination","human rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"Strongly disagree with the proposal\" and argues that pronoun decisions should be deferred until students are older. They also criticize the policy as an inappropriate \"agenda for elementary children,\" indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","elementary education","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!\" and urges, \"Stop imposing your will and indoctrination,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The statement that it is \"not natural\" further indicates opposition to the policy's treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","indoctrination","student identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" in the title and states, \"This should not be something children have to deal with in school,\" indicating they do not want the policy adopted. The opening rhetorical question also rejects the idea of transgender identity being recognized in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"support transgender and gender non conforming students\" and to \"protect them\" with policies that \"combat the hatred and misunderstanding\". This clearly endorses adopting the regulation to protect transgender individuals in public schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" and \"Please do not support,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The statement \"My family strongly opposes\" reinforces that position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and objects to \"support pushing the gender identity agenda,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted. The complaint that there are \"aren’t even accommodations\" reinforces rejection rather than a request for modification in support of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","parental rights","public funding","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"indoctrinating children\" and saying \"We cannot allow teachers to teach children that men can be women and women can be men.\" They also urge readers to \"Stand up for truth\" and describe the policy as \"immoral,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","indoctrination","school curriculum","morality"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, writing \"Absolutely Not\" and stating that the guidelines \"are absolutely inappropriate and are not supported.\" This is a clear call against adoption rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"oppose,\" which directly states the commenter’s position on the regulation. The title \"Please don’t\" reinforces rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this mesure,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. They also object to bathroom access for transgender students, stating kids should be in bathrooms with peers of the \"same biological sec,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Support trans students,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose of protecting transgender students in public schools. There is no language indicating opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support\" and frames the policy as necessary to \"protect trans kids\" and ensure \"non discriminatory practices.\" The comment endorses the regulation’s goals of belonging, respect, and protection for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","non-discrimination","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Completely OPPOSE transgender policies in PUBLIC schools!!\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Against transgender children going to bathroom in school,\" which rejects a key part of the proposed transgender student policies. The statement expresses opposition rather than a request for clarification or neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the model policies as stated\" and asks, \"Please do not weaken the protections provided for transgender students.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation without weakening it.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student protections","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strong support!!\" and argues that \"Trans and gnc students deserve equality and understanding in our schools.\" They also frame adoption as necessary, saying failing to do so would be \"a monumental failure of our education system.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student equality","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support protecting trans youth!\" and argues that \"We must protect trans youth!\" This clearly endorses the regulation’s protective purpose and urges adoption of stronger protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","transgender youth"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"HARD NO\" and \"do NOT push for COMPLETE inequality,\" indicating opposition to the regulation as written. While they support the anti-bullying portion, they argue the broader policies would infringe on rights and \"do more harm than good,\" which is a rejection of the proposed model policies overall.","tone":"negative","tags":["anti-bullying","parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues against the policy’s transgender accommodations, saying it creates \"legal issues and safety concerns,\" that pronouns should not be \"forced,\" and that schools should not be \"so involved\" in this issue. They explicitly reject school support for transgender identity, calling it \"pushing gender disorders,\" while preferring single-user restrooms and parental notification.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","pronouns","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the policies put forth by the VDOE\" and repeatedly argues the policies are harmful. They object to \"placing a label on students,\" \"hold secrets from families,\" and schools making decisions \"without their parents’ involvement,\" all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","gender identity","family involvement","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Totally oppose,\" and argues the policy is harmful: \"It is destructive for them to think that simply changing their gender will solve their problems.\" The comment rejects the underlying transgender-supportive approach, including pronoun use and the idea that gender is \"assigned.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","gender identity","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support the proposed policies,\" which is a clear endorsement of adoption. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, writing \"ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!!\" and \"Please just say NO!!\" They argue it would be \"terribly damaging to children\" and accuse schools of \"indoctrinating,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!\" and argues that \"Transgender children deserve to be treated with dignity and respect,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. The final sentence expresses frustration, but it does not change the supportive position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student dignity","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks to \"keep bathrooms and locker rooms separate,\" which rejects the proposed transgender student policies. They also argue the school should \"leave parents and families\" to handle sexuality issues, indicating opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Do not consent\" and argues the proposal is \"taking away rights from some while empowering others.\" They propose an alternative approach—keeping separate male/female facilities and adding an \"Other\" option—indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","changing rooms","parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed\" and argues against allowing transgender students to use girls' restrooms or exercise classes. They also ask to \"Keep the schools out of this rulemaking\" and say \"No transgender education for students should be allowed,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Reject the Model Policies\" and states they are \"harmful to children\" and \"undermine the rights of parents and families.\" This is a clear request to reject the regulation rather than adopt it with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","child welfare","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment says \"Absolutely not!!\", which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. It provides no supporting reasons or nuance, but the intent to oppose adoption is unmistakable.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Protect trans kids\" and argues that \"Protect all children...especially the vulnerable,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s goal of protecting transgender students. The comment expresses support for the policy’s safety and inclusion aims rather than opposing or questioning them.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","protective policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please don’t do this to our children,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies. The statement that the policies do not protect \"the rights of ALL students, the teachers and administrators and the parents\" is presented as a reason for opposing adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student rights","transgender policies","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says \"STRONGLY DISAGREE!\" in response to the proposed policies, which clearly indicates opposition. The additional remark about voting \"the idiots in Richmond out of office\" and targeting the Loudoun County school board reinforces rejection of the regulation and its supporters.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school board","political opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support!\" and urges the state to \"set a good example of acceptance and inclusion\" through the policy. This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","acceptance","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Oppose 100%\", which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The title \"Negative\" reinforces that the comment is ضد the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this!\" and the title \"Vehemently Disagree\" indicates clear rejection of the proposed policies. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please say no and oppose this bill,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. The rest of the comment reinforces opposition by calling it a \"crazy idea\" and a \"ludicrous ideology\" that would harm children.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental concerns","student wellbeing","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and calls the policy \"abhorrent in principle.\" They argue against transgender students using shared facilities and participating in female sports, saying it is \"a recipe for abuse and unfair athletic outcomes\" and that it is \"not fair\" to non-trans females.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Transgender kids are at risk for anxiety, depression and suicide\" and that \"They need to be protected and treated with care,\" which clearly endorses the policy’s protective purpose. The title, \"All kids should be treated with dignity and respect,\" also aligns with support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","mental health","transgender students","dignity and respect"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the new transgender guidance!\" and further states the guidelines \"should be discarded,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The criticism that they are \"anti science and highly subjective\" reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","science","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly thanks the agency for the \"comprehensive guidelines\" and says they help \"implement this important law\" to provide \"safe, inclusive spaces.\" This is clear approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I am 100% opposed to this policy,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The title \"Completely Opposed\" reinforces that position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support and needed\" and argues that protecting one group means \"all students will be protected.\" This clearly endorses adopting the regulation as beneficial and necessary.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"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 \"Strongly Support\" and adds, \"Of course we should support trans kids,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The final question is rhetorical and reinforces approval rather than raising concerns.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!!\" and repeatedly rejects the policy as \"appalling and shocking\" and \"extreme proposals.\" They argue it is being \"forced upon impressionable children,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","child welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Opposed to the proposed draft of transgender policies\" and repeatedly argues against adoption, calling it a \"radical violation of religious freedom\" and \"child abuse.\" They also demand that \"religious rights and deeply held beliefs be respected,\" indicating they want the policy rejected or substantially changed.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","gender identity","privacy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these new recommendations,\" and argues that \"special accommodations, rules, policies for this special group should not even be considered.\" They also say public schools should not be \"forced\" to address these policies and suggest an alternative school option if Virginia adopts them.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","public schools","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose VDOE transgender guidelines\" and repeatedly argues the guidelines \"will do great harm\" and \"should not be permitted.\" They object to transgender participation in sports, criticize the science behind the policies, and say the schools have \"no right\" to override parental authority.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school sports","parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policies, saying \"These policies will help families and educators\" and \"We need this.\" They also argue the policies are a \"minimum set of guidelines\" to ensure transgender students are not excluded from public schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school support","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support how VA proposes to apply these goals\" and repeatedly argues against key parts of the policy, including bathroom access, pronoun discipline, and lack of parental notification. They also state the policy is \"diametrically opposite to providing a physically and emotionally safe environment\" and criticize the public process as biased.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","pronoun policy","student privacy","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to this\" and repeatedly states disagreement with the proposed policies on gender identity, bathroom access, dress code, and parental notification. They also conclude that the policies are \"unnecessary\" and would \"violate those people of religious faiths and beliefs.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","bathroom access","dress code","privacy"]}


{"stance":"unknown","stance_confidence":0.12,"stance_rationale":"The comment title says \"Strongly oppose,\" but the body contains only \"Ok,\" which does not provide substantive support for that position or any specific concerns. Because the text is too minimal and internally uninformative, the stance cannot be reliably classified from the comment body alone.","tone":"unclear","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support trans people having the right to use the restroom without harassment or discrimination,\" which aligns with supporting the regulation’s protections for transgender students. The rest of the comment reinforces approval by describing this as \"decent, humane, and just.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","non-discrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"I do Not consent to this! It’s a hard pass!\" and \"STOP pushing their ideology on others.\" They also argue against the underlying transgender guidance by saying \"god gave us two genders,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity","religious freedom","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that this issue is \"not for schools\" and that schools should \"only teach the basic academic subjects,\" indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies in schools. They also say it is \"not the jobs of strangers\" and that such matters are for \"Mom, Dad, and immediate family,\" which rejects school involvement in this area.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school role","transgender students","family values"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the policy \"breaks the parent- teacher partnership\" and should not be in schools' hands. They state that \"any conversation about gender\" and other major decisions \"should always be in the parents’ hands—not the schools,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school authority","family involvement"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy, calling it \"STRONG SUPPORT\" and stating that the measures are \"minimum basic rights and protections\" that will \"SAVE LIVES.\" They also directly urge, \"Protect and support our trans students!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with the proposed transgender policies for Va. schools\" and repeatedly argues that \"This is not the role of the public school.\" They also warn the policies would burden teachers and threaten \"parental rights and privacy,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","teacher burden","gender identity","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the guidance for trans student policies and protections,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The title also says \"Support,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student protections","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this policy\" and argues it \"goes well beyond\" anti-bullying protections. They also say it should \"not be encouraged,\" citing religious objections, parental rights concerns, and fears about harassment and exploitation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strong PASS\" and adds \"not a matter for schools,\" indicating they want the policy rejected or kept out of schools. The comment provides no support for adoption and clearly objects to the regulation's subject matter.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please reject these 'model' policies,\" and repeatedly argues they are harmful, deceptive, and coercive. The comment frames the policies as exposing children to \"harmful ideology\" and school officials to lawsuits, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly stand against this\" and asks, \"Please don’t do this!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies, framed as a safety and moral objection: \"Not morally acceptable\" and \"I will not feel safe with my child going to a public school system like this.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Agree\" and states that \"this is a step in the right direction,\" which clearly endorses the proposed policies. The comment frames the regulation as helping \"provide a safe place for everyone to learn and grow in.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","safe schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and states that \"Trans students in elementary and secondary schools deserve to be treated the same as trans high school students,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. There is no opposing language or request to weaken the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","equal treatment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s approach, arguing that allowing transgender students to choose which bathroom to use is not harmful and that it better protects them. Phrases like \"maximizing support and safety for ALL students would be a no-brainer\" and \"This shouldn’t even be an issue\" clearly support adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support these policies\" and repeatedly endorses the regulation as protecting students. They argue that \"Schools should be a safe place for ALL students\" and that trans youth should be treated with dignity and safety.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not push an agenda\" regarding the policy. They also argue against the underlying transgender guidance by saying children are \"born male or female\" and that it is \"unhealthy for the students.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues against the policy by saying adults should guide children so they do not go \"screw minded,\" implying rejection of the transgender student policies. The quoted religious reference reinforces opposition to the regulation's approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY oppose these policies!!!\" and frames them as adding \"confusion\" for children and teachers. This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","elementary school","student confusion","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses equal treatment by saying, \"You have the right to be treated according to your gender identity\" and argues for a \"space that should be safe for all students.\" They also cite Title IX and other laws protecting transgender students, indicating support for the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","Title IX"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and states, \"If these policies are passed, my children will not be attending public schools,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. The comment expresses a conditional withdrawal from public schools if the policies are implemented.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose Transgenderism being Pushed\" and argues that schools are \"doing them a disservice\" by encouraging pronoun changes and transgender identity. They also warn about alleged harms from hormones and say adults should have encouraged \"gender embracement\" instead of celebrating transition, indicating opposition to the regulation's transgender-student protections.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","gender identity","hormone therapy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it an \"outright attack on the family unit\" and stating, \"This guidance document is NOT what Virginians want.\" They argue it should not be adopted because it undermines parental rights and sex-specific environments.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family unit","gender identity","sex-specific spaces","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"support\" and repeatedly argues in favor of protecting trans students, asking \"why wouldn't you support trans kids???\" They endorse making \"the environment safer for trans people\" and reject objections based on religion or politics.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I vehemently oppose\" and \"Strongly oppose,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly Oppose Transgender Guidelines\" and repeatedly argues that \"These ideas should never be school policies.\" They also state the policies \"will do more harm than good\" and object to pronoun use, parental authority limits, bathroom access, and school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","teacher rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"OPPOSED STRONGLY\" and says \"Keep it out of schools!!!!!\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposed policies are a \"misguided overreaction,\" \"defy common sense,\" and hopes VDOE will \"revise this policy document accordingly.\" Although they express support for compassionate treatment of transgender/gender-dysphoric children, they clearly object to the model policy as written and argue that \"the cure may be worse than the problem.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","scientific accuracy","bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the Model Policies and asks officials to \"reject the Model Policies.\" They argue the policies contradict science, religion, and parental authority, indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","family engagement","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support these proposals in their ENTIRETY\" and repeats that they \"NEED these proposals NOW\" and gives \"full support.\" The comment argues the policies will help transgender students and counter hatred in schools, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","anti-bullying","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and argues that \"Trans kids must be protected\" and that officials have a responsibility to protect LGBT+ citizens. This clearly endorses adopting the regulation as a protective measure for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","protection"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly and passionately in favor of these guidelines,\" and urges adoption by asking officials to consider the students' quality of life. The comment also defends inclusion of trans students in sports and broader school support, indicating clear support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school sports","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am TOTALLY AGAINST ANY PARTS OF IT!\" and objects to schools \"counseling with students without the parents consent.\" This indicates clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies, especially around parental consent and school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","school counseling","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly disagree\" and argues against transgender accommodations, including bathroom access and sex-specific activities. They call the policy \"nuts\" and say it is \"way out of touch with reality,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","sex-specific facilities","school sports","gender identity","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"FULL SUPPORT!\" and urges officials to \"Allow students to be equally accepted and embraced and feel safe at your school.\" They argue that trans and non-binary students deserve respect and that supporting them does not threaten cisgender students, which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-bullying","privacy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly OPPOSE these draft policies\" and repeatedly argues they are a \"bad idea.\" They object to the policies on religious, parental-rights, and safety grounds, including concern about \"males... in the same changing facilities as girls.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and says \"Enough already!\" in response to the regulation. The appeal to \"protect our children from all evil\" indicates rejection of the transgender student policies rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed\" to \"transgender curriculum being added in K-12 schools,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. They also argue it would \"do more harm than good\" and object to children being exposed to an \"agenda,\" indicating opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","K-12 education","parental rights","curriculum","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please do not ignore the crucial role parents play\" and says excluding parents is \"blatantly wrong,\" indicating opposition to the policy. The comment also rejects transgender identity on religious grounds and objects to treating parents who oppose it as abusive, which aligns with rejecting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!!\" and argues \"Let the parents raise their children, not the state!!\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The comment frames the regulation as improper state interference in parenting.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state authority","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidelines for transgender students\" and argues they \"provide great benefit\" to schools and communities. The comment consistently endorses the protections and welcoming environment described in the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and objects to transgender students using \"female bathrooms, locker rooms, showers and in sports.\" They argue the policy would create safety risks and unfairness, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I dont agree with any type of special treatment for transgenders,\" which rejects the policy’s protections and accommodations. The statement that \"School is about getting an education, everything else is a bonus\" further signals opposition to the regulation’s broader support measures.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","special treatment","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently OPPOSE!!!\" and \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THIS TRAVESTY,\" leaving no ambiguity about their position. They also call the policy \"awful,\" \"child abuse,\" and an \"agenda,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","child abuse","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues that the policy is needed to protect \"a vulnerable group of people\" and create \"a safe learning environment for all students.\" The final sentence, \"All children should feel safe and respected when they are at school,\" clearly endorses the regulation's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, opening with \"Disgusting. No way!\" and repeatedly attacking it as dangerous and immoral. They argue it will \"only make it worst\" and invoke fears about sex crimes and inappropriate access to students, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","bathroom access","sex-specific facilities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I must oppose this guidance.\" They also argue it should be rejected because it relies on politicized advocacy-group evidence and claim it will \"obliterate girls’ sports,\" both of which indicate opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","girls' sports","evidence-based policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school athletics"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Support transgender students!\" and calls the policy \"an important step\" toward a \"positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment for all students.\" They also urge, \"Protect and support transgender students,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"An unconditional NO!!!!\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling it \"wrong\" and \"utterly reprehensible.\" They object to transgender students using facilities, privacy concerns, and what they describe as an infringement on \"parental rights\" and religious beliefs.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the proposal as \"such an inclusive bill\" and says \"Policies like these will help schools become a safe learning environment for all students.\" This is clear approval of the regulation and its goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","safe learning environment","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Supporting this guidance would create a welcoming environment for everyone to thrive,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. They also describe bullying and lack of protections as reasons the guidance is needed, indicating support for the regulation.","tone":"mixed","tags":["bullying prevention","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","non-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and calls it \"a great step forward,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The comment also praises \"protection and acceptance\" and \"teaching tolerance and open-mindedness,\" indicating approval of the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support this,\" which directly endorses adoption of the proposed regulation. The title also says \"Support,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Opposed\" and repeatedly criticizes key provisions as \"absurdity\" and \"criminal.\" They argue against restroom guidance, pronoun-related rules, sports participation, and state involvement in family decisions, saying the policy should not \"squelch parental rights.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","school sports","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not do this,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies. The statement that the policy is a \"very dangerous precedent\" further confirms opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the rights of transgender students!\" and calls the policy \"an important step\" toward a \"positive, safe, and nurturing learning environment for all students.\" They also urge, \"Protect and support transgender students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and urges action: \"To not make strides in this area... is to have blood on our hands.\" The comment argues the policies are needed to protect transgender children and reduce suicide risk.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention"]}


{"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 neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and argues it is \"highly inappropriate\". They object to the state \"undermin[ing] parent's rights and religious beliefs,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I support those of you who are trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, etc.\" and frames the policy as necessary because transgender teens are bullied and threatened. They also reject opposition to the policy, saying \"There's no fascist agenda here\" and urging people to accept transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","anti-discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!!\" and argues that \"trans students deserve to feel safe and validated in their schools.\" They also urge Virginia to \"stand up to protect\" transgender people, indicating clear approval of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender rights","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"dangerous,\" \"anti-science,\" and \"an abomination,\" and repeatedly argues it should not be implemented. They object to specific provisions such as transgender-affirming curriculum, privacy from parents, and bathroom/locker room access, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support Women’s Rights by Opposing This\" and argues that the policy would let \"a man who thinks he is a woman\" enter women's locker rooms and play in women's sports. These statements clearly reject the proposed transgender student policies on privacy and sports grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","women's sports","locker rooms","transgender students","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m favor! Trans rights are human rights!\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The rest of the comment reinforces support by arguing that teaching children now will reduce hate in the future.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","youth education","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and argues that transgender students \"deserve to live and learn in a safe, supportive environment.\" They also say policies are needed to protect transgender students from discrimination and harassment, which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues that all children, especially transgender students, should have \"safe space, resources, and social support\" and an \"inclusive and impartial education.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusive education","support services"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT!!!\" and argues that \"Trans rights are human right\" and should not be discriminated against in school. This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation protecting transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","nondiscrimination","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and rejects the policy's premise by stating \"There are only two genders\" and that suggesting otherwise is \"child abuse.\" This is a clear call against adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","transgender students","biology","child abuse"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support measures to protect trans youth\" and argues Virginia \"should begin by ensuring all students have the right to be respected for their gender and presentation.\" The comment endorses the regulation’s protective purpose and frames it as necessary for student safety and well-being.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","mental health","anti-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the proposed policies\" and gives a reason aligned with adoption: \"to create school environments where all students - including those are transgender - are safe.\" This is a clear endorsement of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation, calling it \"absurd and evil\" and saying \"This regulation, if instituted, will create further division\" and \"It would be an atrocity.\" The religious framing (“God... makes the rules”) is used to argue against adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support legislation to promote the health and well-being of transgender youth in learning environments and beyond.\" The rest of the comment provides reasons for that support, emphasizing safety, homelessness, and suicide risk among trans youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender youth","student safety","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s underlying goal by saying, \"Let kids be themselves,\" which aligns with supporting protections for transgender students. The phrase \"Their bodies are none of your business\" rejects interference and implies approval of the regulation’s privacy and identity protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY support this measure by the Virginia government\" and ends with \"Keep Virginia blue!\" indicating approval of the regulation. Although the body is highly sarcastic and abusive, the stated position is clearly in favor of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please pass this policy\" and repeatedly argues that it should be adopted to support transgender students and create \"a safe and fair education.\" The comment frames the regulation as beneficial for the whole school community and does not express any opposition to it.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Support amendment,\" which indicates approval of the regulation with changes rather than rejection. No opposing language or substantive criticism is provided.","tone":"neutral","tags":["regulatory amendment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the proposed regulation. The phrase \"God help us!\" reinforces a negative reaction rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues the Model Policies are based on \"faulty, limited information\" and \"erroneous information,\" and says the VDOE should \"look at ALL the data\" instead of the current recommendations. This is a clear rejection of the proposed policies as written, even though the comment frames the objection as a call for broader evidence review.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","evidence-based policy","conversion therapy","school guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Absolutely do NOT support this,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The follow-up, \"This is wrong on so many levels,\" reinforces opposition rather than offering neutral feedback or a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy, saying \"Anyone who supports this is POGGGGGGG\" and that \"the benefits MASSIVELY outweigh the downsides.\" They also call it \"ABSURD that this is even being debated,\" which clearly indicates approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues it should not be adopted, saying \"It is not up to the state\" and urging that local communities handle it case by case. They also object that the policy puts \"everyone else at risk\" and raises concerns about privacy, rights, and cost.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","local control","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this transgender policy\" and repeats \"Opposed!!\". They argue the policy lacks \"reputable medical evidence\" and would \"harm\" children, indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bullying prevention","student safety","medical evidence","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"should not be allowed\" and rejects its premise as \"wrong on so many levels.\" The request to \"Keep the 2 genders in their own separate bathrooms\" indicates opposition to the regulation’s transgender-inclusive guidance, especially around facility access.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","gender identity","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm writing in support of any effort to make transgender students feel more included and safe in their schools\" and praises \"policies to equip school administrators with clear and consistent guidelines.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"oppose this policy\" and argues that it is \"abusive\" and a harmful \"novel social agenda.\" They also warn that policies like this should be held accountable for future LGBTQ suicides, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","parental rights","child development","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the proposed protections,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. They further justify this by stating that students should be protected from \"bigotry, bullying, and harm,\" indicating support for the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Opposed\" and repeatedly says the policies are an \"agenda\" that should be left out of schools. They argue that \"Alternative lifestyle instruction has no place in the educational system\" and that lawmakers have \"no right to push your personal agenda in Virginia's schools.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","religious freedom","school curriculum","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm writing to support protections for transgender and non-binary students in all of Virginia's public schools.\" They further endorse the policy by stating it will \"help facilitate a positive learning environment for everyone.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","non-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposals \"flies in the face of common sense,\" calls them a \"logistical nightmare,\" and ends with repeated demands to \"vote 'No!'\" and \"Stop the madness.\" The comment argues the policy would unfairly favor transgender students and burden schools, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in complete support of this policy proposal\" and praises it as benefiting \"queer youth.\" They also endorse it as an \"awesome example for schools in states everywhere,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","safe spaces","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and frames the policy as necessary because \"Trans people, especially trans youth need to be protected.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation, with no opposing language.","tone":"positive","tags":["trans rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support trans youth\" and supports \"any measure which will help protect and include them in school activities.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the proposed policies, especially their protective and inclusive aims.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school activities","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"The movement to sexualize our children by the State must be stopped!\" and frames the policy as harmful, calling it \"progress in the wrong direction.\" This is a clear rejection of the transgender student policies rather than support or neutral feedback.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"YES to safe, supportive, and non-discriminatory schools\" and urges, \"Do the right thing and pass this bill.\" They also argue the policy protects \"equal rights\" and supports \"transgender students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","non-discrimination","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that supporting trans and non-binary students is \"the only good and moral option.\" The body endorses the regulation’s protective purpose and rejects efforts to exclude or force conformity on trans kids.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","non-discrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Model Policy as currently formulated\" and repeatedly argues it \"must be altered\" or cannot be adopted as written. The body lists multiple objections to secrecy from parents, bathroom/facility access, and lack of protections for conscience/religious objections, all indicating rejection of the regulation in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"Support\" and says it is \"incredibly important\" to see trans kids supported more by the school system. They argue that schools should make childhood less difficult for trans kids and that \"starting the support young makes such a big difference,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the policy’s purpose of “protecting and supporting children who identify as trans or non binary” and says people “should support putting an infrastructure in place with counseling and resources.” The only caveat is procedural—“trained staff should be handling these matters”—which indicates support with implementation concerns rather than opposition.","tone":"mixed","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","bullying prevention","counseling","staff training"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully Support\" and argues that the policies are \"a crucial step\" to create \"a safe and supportive environment for all students.\" They also emphasize responding to \"discrimination and violence\" against trans and nonbinary youth, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly agree,\" which indicates clear approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose\" and says the policy is \"wrong on so many levels.\" They object to \"Keeping parents in the dark\" and claim it \"should not be forced by the government on to students,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","government overreach","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment is an emphatic rejection of the regulation, with repeated phrases like \"Nope\" and \"No no no no no!\" indicating clear opposition. It offers no supporting reasons or questions, only a strong negative response to the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly endorses transgender rights with the title \"trans rights are human rights\" and then quotes the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to argue for equal rights and protection. This clearly supports adopting policies that recognize and protect transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights","student rights","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"SUPPORT\" and says the protections are \"necessary and a bare minimum.\" They also urge the state to \"protect trans youth\" and endorse respecting pronouns and gender identity, which clearly supports adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","gender identity","pronouns","trans youth"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support this legislation,\" which directly endorses adoption. They also provide supportive reasons, noting the \"life long impacts\" of bullying and violence and that school should be \"a safe place for all youth.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the note \"Support protection of Trans rights\" and says it is \"imperative that we make the students feel safe, supported, and heard by offering them protections.\" They also argue Virginia should not \"falling behind,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed transgender student protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","teacher perspective"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" and \"I am very opposed to this proposal on many fronts.\" They also argue against the policy on parental authority and religious grounds, saying parents should decide what children are exposed to and that they \"do not support the belief that gender is decided upon by the individual.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","gender identity","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this measure\" and explains that it is important to \"provide a safe place for children no matter how they identify.\" The final sentence reinforces approval by expressing a desire for the child to be protected at school.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This type of legislation is dangerous\" and argues against allowing transgender students to use bathrooms, locker rooms, or participate in sports according to gender identity. They frame the policy as \"pandering\" and say it \"amplifies the problem,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly gives \"STRONG SUPPORT of trans youth\" and says \"trans youth needs protection and to be treated properly,\" which clearly endorses the regulation's purpose. The final sentence attacks opponents, but the overall position is unambiguously in favor of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY approve\" and gives a reason in favor of adoption: \"We need to keep individuals safe in our schools.\" This indicates clear support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","supportive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly urges action in favor of the policy: \"you must do everything you can to protect them.\" The title \"trans rights are human rights\" and the affirmation that \"gay and trans kids have existed\" indicate clear support for protections for transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and urges, \"Pass this measure!\" They also state the policy goal directly: \"Protect trans and nonbinary students in Virginia!\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose transgenders in biologically opposite gender sports, locker rooms, showers\" and argues that \"Biological males should not be allowed to compete in women's sports.\" They also object to bathroom, shower, and locker room access for transgender students, indicating opposition to the regulation's protections and accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","bathroom access","locker rooms","student privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.84,"stance_rationale":"The comment says, \"Parents must always be consulted,\" which implies the commenter believes the policy should require stronger parental involvement than the proposed guidance provides. It does not explicitly reject the regulation, but it signals opposition to the policy as written unless changed to prioritize parents.","tone":"neutral","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects school involvement in the policy, saying \"This is an area the schools should not be involved in!\" and objects to students sharing facilities with transgender peers. The phrase \"No Way\" and the request not to have \"my normal kids\" share bathrooms or locker rooms indicate opposition to adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues that we should \"defend the safety and civil rights of all transgender young people.\" The comment criticizes opposition to transgender acceptance and clearly endorses the regulation's purpose.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Support\" and says the guidance is \"so over needed\". They further state that without it, students may face \"prejudice and hate unnecessarily,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","nondiscrimination","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and says \"DO NOT TAKE YOUR PENIS INTO MY DAUGHTER'S BATHROOM!!!\" They argue the policy is unnecessary and object to transgender students using bathrooms aligned with their gender identity, saying officials are \"making this out to be a bigger problem than it is.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","transgender students","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Fully support\" and adds \"Support the LGBTQ+ community and its youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the document entitled 'Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students.'\" They also endorse the policy’s goals of safety, protection, and inclusion for transgender students and ask decision-makers to adopt the experts’ recommendations.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation with \"absolutely not\" and the title \"Strongly apposed\" indicates clear opposition. There is no language suggesting support or a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy\" and repeatedly endorses it as making students feel safe. They also state that \"Discrimination against trans students is harmful and should not be a part of our schools,\" which clearly favors adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"writing to support equal protections for transgender and non-binary students\" and states that \"These protections will help facilitate a positive learning environment.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equal protection","school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"fully support\" the guidance and wants to \"protect ALL students and not discriminate.\" They frame the policy as helping \"vulnerable youth,\" which indicates approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","student safety","vulnerable youth"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose!\" and reinforces it with \"My family and I strongly oppose!\" 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 states, \"I support the model policy protecting transgender students.\" This is a direct endorsement of the proposed regulation with no qualifying objections or requested changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"In support of this document\" and states that \"The protection of transgender students in schools is a must.\" They further endorse the policy by saying every student should be treated fairly and protected by their school.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and repeats \"Strongly support.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I am in support of trans rights in Virginia,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose. The title \"In Support\" reinforces that the commenter wants the policy adopted.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and calls the proposal \"an outrage,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The statement \"I will not send my children to public school if this is passed\" reinforces opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly praises the policy with \"Finally!\" and says it is \"an important step towards making Virginia more welcoming and inclusive of all.\" They also endorse the underlying protections, stating transgender and non-binary students \"thrive\" and that this is \"about basic human rights.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","human rights","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support ours students... being allowed to be their true selves\" and urges schools to \"Keep places of learning supportive and encouraging.\" This clearly endorses the regulation’s goal of protecting transgender students from discrimination and supporting them in school.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and calls the policy \"OUTRAGEOUS.\" They also state they \"WILL NOT SEND MY CHILDREN TO PUBLIC SHCOOLS IF THIS IS PASSED,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose transgender policies being adopted in VA public schools.\" They also argue the policies create \"Confusing standards\" and reject the underlying premise that sex can be self-defined, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","public schools","sex definition","confusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"support protections for transgender and non-binary youth\" and urges the Commonwealth to \"protect all LGBT student[s]\" in Virginia public schools. The comment frames the regulation as necessary for safety, inclusion, and a positive learning environment, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","non-discrimination","school climate","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"SUPPORT TRANS KIDS!\" and urges that policies be put into place \"to protect and support trans kids.\" They also ask to \"make this happen,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","transgender students","youth wellbeing"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Not in support of this Bil,\" which clearly indicates opposition to the proposed regulation. There is no additional context suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly states \"Opposed,\" which directly indicates the commenter wants the regulation rejected. The title also says \"Oppose,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"NO!\" and says \"This goes against so many rights\" and \"If this law passes I will be taking my child out of the school system,\" indicating clear opposition. The comment argues that schools should not \"force beliefs or values on children\" and frames the policy as harmful.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school choice"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues against adopting them, saying it is \"not appropriate\" and that it would \"do more harm than good.\" They also frame the policy as unnecessary and a misuse of resources, asking to spend time on \"better drug abuse prevention efforts\" instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity","resource allocation"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed\" and argues against \"allowing any type of transgender actions\" in schools. They object to bathroom/locker room access, gender expression, and the policy generally, saying it is \"absolutely not ok!!!\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","gender identity","bullying","school privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly support\" and calls it \"a great policy\" that \"should serve as a model for other schools and school districts.\" They also argue that transgender, nonbinary, and LGBTQ+ students \"deserve to feel affirmed,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly support these changes\" and calls the regulations \"an important step\" toward making schools \"accessible and welcoming spaces for all.\" The comment also praises the Department's \"open and inclusive process,\" indicating clear approval of the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","anti-discrimination","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!!!\" and rejects the policy as \"complete insanity.\" The demand to \"Stick to Teaching Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic\" indicates opposition to adopting this transgender student policy guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","education policy","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this well-researched and evidence-based proposal\" and argues that the policy would \"protect previously vulnerable students\" and create \"safer, more inclusive learning environments.\" These statements clearly endorse adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","mental health","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and labels the subject \"Transgender School Policy,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed regulation. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this proposal\" and urges, \"Protect trans youth!\" They also give reasons for approval, saying the policy would \"protect some of our most vulnerable students\" and improve safety and outcomes.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","school attendance","academic achievement"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The rest of the comment argues against allowing transgender students in restrooms, saying she would not want \"a man in the restroom\" or \"a boy in the restroom with my daughters and granddaughter,\" which reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the regulation, saying \"This is disgusting\" and \"This needs to stop.\" The statement \"These policies are wrong\" clearly indicates opposition to adopting the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSE\" to the proposed policies. The title \"TransGender indoctrination\" also signals rejection of the regulation rather than support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, saying it \"undermines our role as parents\" and that the policy should be changed because \"parents will not know and will lose their child.\" They also call it \"infuriating and frightening,\" indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","privacy","gender identity","student counseling"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am in strong support of this initiative,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The reference to providing \"safety and understanding to ALL children\" reinforces approval of the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.86,"stance_rationale":"The comment describes a law that \"protects transgender individuals against discrimination\" and \"recognizes the gender identity of the individual,\" which aligns with the proposed regulation's purpose. It provides supportive factual context rather than criticism or opposition.","tone":"neutral","tags":["transgender rights","nondiscrimination","gender identity","education"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed!!!\" and adds \"Will not send my children to public school!\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The comment provides no support or neutral inquiry, only opposition tied to school enrollment.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and argues against adoption, citing \"Too many safety issues for children\" and urging, \"Please, use common sense not wokeness for the children.\" The comment also rejects the policy's premise by calling it \"transgenderism\" and saying it should not be addressed by the DOE or government.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","mental health","parental concerns","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support Trans Students\" and argues that schools should \"keep them safe\" and supported. The comment criticizes opponents of the policy, indicating approval of the proposed transgender student guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to this proposed legislation,\" and repeatedly argues against the policy on parental consent, bathroom/locker room access, and religious freedom grounds. The request is to reject or substantially weaken the regulation rather than adopt it as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely support this\" and argues the policy will help transgender students feel \"more respected.\" They also reject concerns about harm, stating it \"will not infringe on the rights of other students.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","mental health","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support!!\" twice, which clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting any opposition or ambivalence.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}