{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Strongly and sincerely opposed\" to the proposed policies. They object to \"purposefully sanctioning and supporting children to choose their gender,\" indicating rejection of the regulation's transgender student protections rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student identity","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We need to provide a healthy, safe space where ALL students can thrive\" and urges \"supporting and protecting\" trans and non-binary students. This clearly endorses the regulation’s purpose of protecting transgender students and preventing harm.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","non-binary students","respect"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I heartily support the protections afforded trans and non-binary students.\" They also reinforce approval with \"Trans rights are human rights,\" indicating clear support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student protections","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"No to transgender push in our schools\" and objects to the \"changes\" being intended by the governor and school boards. The demand for \"PARENT INPUT, not radical ideas\" indicates rejection of the proposed policies rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","public schools","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE!\" and rejects the premise of the policy by stating, \"I DO NOT AGREE THAT A PERSON CAN CHANGE THEIR BIOLOGICAL SEX.\" The final sentence, \"THIS IS TOTALLY INSANITY,\" further indicates they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender identity","biological sex","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I COMPLETELY OPPOSE THIS,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation. The title also says \"OPPOSE,\" reinforcing that they do not want it adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I COMPLETELY OPPOSE THIS,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. The title also says \"OPPOSE,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"negative","tags":["opposition","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I completely oppose this,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. The title also says \"OPPOSE,\" reinforcing the same position.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I wholeheartedly support this guidance\" and endorses equal treatment for \"trans and non binary students.\" This is a clear affirmative position on adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal treatment","student rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"Absolutely NOT!!!\" and calls it \"wrong on so many levels,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. The phrase \"this is child abuse\" further shows strong disapproval of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose!\" and frames the issue as parental notification rights: \"Parents have the right to know what the school is doing for the child.\" This indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies, likely due to concerns about privacy and parental rights.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school transparency"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am extremely opposed to this\" and calls it \"an outrage,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The statement that we should be \"protecting our children not exposing them\" indicates opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental concerns","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!\" and argues the policy is \"covert sexual abuse\" and an \"attempt to subvert parents\". These statements clearly reject the regulation and call for parental control over such discussions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY support these reforms\" and endorses the policies as necessary for students. They further explain that the proposals would help students \"develop their identity and self-expression\" in a supportive school environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","identity expression","school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this legislation!\" which directly states opposition to the proposed policies. The follow-up, \"This is wrong on so many levels,\" reinforces a negative position rather than a request for clarification or neutral input.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"No!! Strongly opposed!!\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. There is no qualifying language suggesting support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"NO, do not implement the proposed policy\" and labels it \"OPPOSED!!\" They argue the policy would be \"mean and cruel\" and call it an \"unhinged\" response, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student treatment","bullying prevention","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"NO, do not implement the proposed policy\" and labels it \"OPPOSED!!\" They argue the policy would be \"mean and cruel\" and call it an \"unhinged\" response, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bullying prevention","student safety","teacher conduct","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and explains that it will help ensure children are in a \"supportive, safe and welcoming environment for ALL.\" This is a clear endorsement of adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","supportive environment","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"the rest of it should go through the shredder\" and supports only the anti-bullying section, indicating opposition to the regulation as a whole. They also criticize \"transgender indoctrination\" and ask to \"go back\" to other priorities instead of spending money on it.","tone":"negative","tags":["anti-bullying","transgender policies","bathroom access","gender terminology","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The follow-up rhetorical question about \"Hormones rage at this age\" indicates disapproval of adopting these transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","opposition","student policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.88,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policies would \"pit children against their parents,\" which is a clear criticism of the proposed guidance. The question about whether there will be \"additional funding\" for gender-inclusive facilities also signals concern about implementation rather than support for adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school facilities","funding","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely support these proposed policies\" and closes with \"I whole-heartedly support these policies.\" They argue the policies are needed to make school a place where transgender and LGBTQ+ students feel \"safe, loved, and respected\" and to reduce bullying and mental health harms.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","school climate"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose\" and argues the school system should \"butt out\" of gender-related discussions, indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They also criticize the guidance as \"ridiculous\" and \"pretty disgusting,\" and prefer family control over school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","school involvement","family autonomy","counseling"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to the guidance\" and argues that the Department of Education should not \"venture into establishing their personal moral views.\" They also contend that existing bullying laws are sufficient and that the policy would \"force everyone to align with one view or another,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","bullying prevention","school policy","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"TOTALLY OPPOSED\" and \"NO SUPPORT !!!\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The claim that it \"GOES AGAINST EVERY MORAL LAWS\" and \"WILL LEAD TO CHILD ABUSE\" reinforces opposition rather than any request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["child safety","moral objections","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"NO to trans. Policies in any school!!!\" and reinforces that opposition by calling it \"perversion in our schools.\" This is a clear request to reject the regulation rather than adopt it.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal with \"NO, NOT A SINGLE OUNCE OF SUPPORT!!!\" and calls it \"appalling\" and a \"Complete over reach.\" They also argue that \"Parents parent and raise their children,\" indicating opposition to the policy's role in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these mandates!\" and urges the school to \"Stay out of it!\" They argue these matters should be left \"for the family to decide,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","family autonomy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose this guidance\" and argues it \"sets to exclude the parent’s involvement\" and \"subvert the role of parents.\" The comment objects to the guidance’s privacy/confidentiality provisions, especially the idea that schools may keep information \"secret from the parents.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student confidentiality","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy a \"Horrible Idea\" and says it \"transcends all basic common sense\" and will have \"far-reaching, unintended, and injurious repercussions.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","school policy","emotional harm"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"The current guidance should not be implemented in our public schools\" and objects to it being funded with \"tax payer funding.\" Although they support providing \"support, services and understanding,\" they frame that as an alternative and say the guidance \"takes the parent out of the picture and that is wrong.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","taxpayer funding","student support","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"No, there's no way this can happen.\" They frame the regulation as harmful and object to \"teaching lgbtq to our children,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"a dangerous road of experimentation\" and saying it is \"being forced on others.\" This language indicates opposition to adopting the regulation, not support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition","scientific basis","coercion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the draft guidance\" and thanks the department \"for these policies.\" They also state that \"the adoption will allow teachers to feel better supported\" and emphasize \"safety, well-being, and inclusion of all Virginia students,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","teacher support","religious freedom","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter objects to key parts of the policy, especially confidentiality for transgender students, saying parents should be informed \"even if the child requests the parent not be informed.\" They also push back on rooming and gender identity accommodations, describing them as \"another weight thrust on\" teachers and arguing for stronger parental control.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","overnight activities","gender identity","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"NO WAY should we focus on this at this time\" and \"Totally opposed to this discourse,\" indicating rejection of the regulation. They argue schools should instead \"focus on teaching basics\" and that this issue is \"between children and parents,\" which shows opposition to the policy's school role.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","curriculum priorities","transgender students","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"absolutely oppose\" and repeatedly argues against the guidance, calling it \"nonsensical\" and a \"naked affront\" to parental guardianship. They ask rhetorical questions about why Virginia schools would adopt it and urge consideration of \"a better solution that does less harm,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposal is \"nothing more than an attempt of the state to remove parental rights\" and frames it as something to \"OPPOSE state interfirence into family matters.\" They also criticize the proposal as having \"undefined or silly defined terms\" and being \"misleading and/or legally incorrect,\" indicating rejection rather than support.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","state interference","LGBTQ+ rights","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly and resolutely oppose this regulation,\" which directly states opposition. They also argue it \"disregards and overrides the role of parents\" and threatens \"bodily privacy and safety,\" indicating they want the policy rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","bathroom access","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose these proposed policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The rest of the comment frames the policies as conflicting with religious beliefs and parental rights, reinforcing that they do not want the regulation approved.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree\" and later states, \"I don't believe our leaders listen to our concerns anyway or the above as written,\" indicating opposition to the proposed policies. The comment argues against teaching gender identity in schools and frames the regulation as harmful to children and family values.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and argues the policy would \"interfere with the essential relationship between parents and children\" and \"violate students freedoms of speech and religion.\" They also claim it is \"designed to help adult transgenders\" rather than teens, indicating rejection of the regulation's purpose and effects.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","free speech","transgender policy","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly writes \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!!\" and then cites Romans 1:24-32 to condemn the subject matter as sinful and shameful. The religious passage is used to argue against the regulation's treatment of transgender students rather than to support it.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The body reinforces this by calling it \"totally focused on destroying the family and values,\" indicating rejection of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["family values","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I very much support this guidance\" and repeatedly endorses the policy as necessary for student safety and inclusion. They argue it is \"essential for all children and youth to feel safe and welcome at school\" and affirm that LGBTQIA+ young people \"deserve special support.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","religious support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and gives a reason implying concern that transgender policies would allow misuse of girls' locker rooms. The statement \"Would have loved to use girls locker room then. For all the wrong reasons\" clearly argues against the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school facilities","student safety","privacy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and adds \"This is not education. It's indoctrination,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The language indicates they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","education policy","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE this policy,\" which directly rejects adoption. The phrase \"ignores science\" gives the reason for opposition and indicates they want the policy rejected rather than modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","science","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"VDOE should not over the parents’ in their role as primary educator, counselor and role model,\" which clearly اعتراضs to the regulation as an overreach into parental authority. This indicates they do not want the model policies adopted in their current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policies\" and repeats that they \"strongly oppose these policies and any school who chooses to adopt them.\" They argue the policies would \"endanger[] so many more\" and violate children's privacy in restrooms/changing rooms, indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that public schools should not teach \"instruction and exploration into gender identity\" or related topics. They frame the policy as \"indoctrinate[ing]\" students and say these issues \"should not be taught in a public school,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","public education","indoctrination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"misguided\" and argues it should not cut off \"parental knowledge and input,\" which they call \"a bridge too far.\" Although they acknowledge some \"laudable goals,\" the overall thrust is opposition to the proposed policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","puberty blockers","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This should not be approved,\" and frames the policy as harmful: \"This will add to the decline.\" They also argue that although it is \"proposing being 'inclusive,' it is actually exclusive,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","student enrollment","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this legislation,\" and argues that the state is \"placing itself in front of the family\" on children's welfare. They also say the issue \"should be left alone unless the family raises the issue,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family autonomy","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Any policy that encourages children to question their gender should be opposed,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The stated reason is concern that it will \"result in future health issues,\" indicating opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","student health","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses protections for transgender and non-binary students, stating they \"deserve a learning environment of safety, respect, and stability\" and urging officials to \"do what it takes\" to ensure this in Virginia schools. This clearly supports adoption of the proposed policies, at least in principle.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","non-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says these practices and teachings \"should NOT enter our public schools,\" indicating clear opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. The language \"un-Godly, unnatural, un-American\" further shows rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"PLEASE adopt this policy\" and frames it as protecting students' rights and dignity. The language \"Every human being deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and acceptance\" clearly endorses the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the VDOE's guidance\" and endorses it as creating \"inclusive and equitable environments for ALL of Virginia's children.\" The comment clearly favors adoption of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support proposed legislation\" and praises policies that ensure transgender students have \"equal rights, equal say, and equal protection.\" The comment repeatedly endorses making schools more welcoming and safe for transgender students, indicating clear support for adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","equity","anti-discrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I'm absolutely opposed to this proposed action\" and repeatedly urges the agency to \"stay out\" and \"Just stick to teaching them core subjects.\" They frame the policy as an \"outrageous overreach\" and \"tyranny,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","curriculum","government overreach","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I disagree and oppose to such a law\" and \"I oppose and refuse such a law.\" They argue the policy would \"endanger my children safety\" and object to \"gender neutral bathrooms and lockers,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","bathroom access","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly Opposed\" and says they are \"appalled that this would be even considered.\" They argue it should not be included in schools and that it \"goes completely against the Christian belief,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this proposed VDOE policy\" and describes it as \"one needed step\" to protect students from discrimination. They also ask for an additional provision to honor requested name and gender updates in school records, which indicates support with a requested expansion.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student privacy","school records"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"must be vigorously opposed\" and calls the proposals \"unconstitutional mandates.\" They object to pronoun use, transgender inclusion, and the alleged violation of \"parental rights,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","free speech","transgender students","pronouns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!\" and the title \"Oppose lgbtq in education\" indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. There is no indication of support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","education policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy goes \"too far\" and calls it \"a political agenda that has nothing to do with education,\" ending with \"Get rid of the bullying and let the kids learn.\" They object to parental exclusion, pronoun requirements, locker room access, and sports implications, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bullying prevention","parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","school sports"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Please oppose\" and argues the policy is harmful, calling it beyond \"common sense\" and predicting \"far-reaching, unintended, and injurious repercussions.\" This is a clear request to reject the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Thus, I oppose these policies.\" They also argue the proposal \"elevates the needs of some above the needs of others\" and raises objections about parental rights, bathroom/locker room privacy, and athletics.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","school sports","bathroom access","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and asks to \"reconsider the proposed transgender policy guidelines.\" They argue the policy \"divide[s] families\" and pushes a \"one-sided transition agenda,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","family involvement","gender dysphoria"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling it a \"diabolical attack\" and saying \"do not go along with this.\" They object to bathroom access, pronoun/speech requirements, and the underlying transgender guidance itself.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","freedom of speech","parental rights","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"do not think it is appropriate\" for students to change gender/pronoun/name information without parental approval and argues that \"parents should be required to sign paperwork.\" While they support anti-bullying and respect, the core position is that the policy should not allow these changes without parents, which opposes the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student records","gender identity","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please push for protections for us\" and says the state has a \"wonderful opportunity to protect future kids,\" which clearly supports adopting the regulation. They argue the policy would help trans students be \"better protected from discrimination\" and focus on school and childhood.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it \"so immoral as transgenders\" and urging officials to \"oppose such immoral behaviors.\" They also argue it \"goes completely against the laws of nature\" and should be replaced with \"education and rehabilitation centers,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this bill\" and closes with \"Do not pass this bill.\" They also argue it is \"demeaning\" and would \"leave children vulnerable to long lasting damage,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","religious freedom","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose any policies or legislation\" that would \"undermine[] the ability of parents to raise their children.\" They also object to school staff \"intentionally keep[ing] information about a child from their parents,\" indicating opposition to the proposed transgender student policies on parental notification/privacy grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student records","school communication"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"we strongly oppose the Model Policies\" and calls it a \"wrong policy,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. They also argue it will \"undermine the rights of parents\" and cause an \"exodus out of the public schools,\" reinforcing their negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues against the policy’s implications for transgender students’ access to restrooms and locker rooms, saying it would make girls “new victims” and that officials should “keep the girls safe.” They propose an alternative—“provide gender neutral restrooms and locker rooms”—instead of the policy as written, indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","bathroom access","locker rooms","gender-neutral facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it an \"abomination\" that \"needs to stop\" and saying it \"forfeits the rights and protections of the majority.\" They argue it harms youth and parents' rights, indicating clear opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","religious freedom","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This must be stopped at all costs,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The title, \"The Policies are Evil and Institutionalize Sexual Abuse,\" is strongly condemnatory and indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","sexual abuse","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Our schools should embrace transgender students\" and urges, \"Provide safe spaces for your students Virginia!\" These statements clearly աջակց support for the proposed transgender student policies and their inclusive goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","safe spaces","school climate","inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and ends with \"Reject it.\" They object to the policy on bathroom access grounds, stating that boys should not enter \"our daughters' bathrooms in public schools.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strong SUPPORT\" and endorses policies that \"support our LGBTQ youth\" and \"enforce a zero tolerance for bullying.\" The statement that these policies \"can save lives\" clearly indicates approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses a \"safe, respectful environment\" for \"transgender kids\" and says providing such an environment at schools \"is the least we can do.\" The comment argues against judgment and in favor of protecting these students from harm, which supports adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeats \"I strongly oppose the upcoming rules on transgenders.\" They argue the policy is \"based strictly on feelings\" and should not be adopted, instead proposing a separate neutral changing area as an alternative.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly Oppose\" in both the title and body, which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed!\" and \"Do NOT\" adopt the policy, calling it \"complete child abuse.\" They argue against \"introducing this agenda\" and reject the underlying transgender framework, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","gender identity","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" and objects to \"transgender students to pick whatever gender identity they want.\" They also oppose \"boys going into girls locker rooms and vice versa,\" indicating rejection of the policy’s transgender student protections and facility access provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","school facilities","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policy would \"violate the teaching and moral fabric of all Christians\". They also claim it would \"put students in compromising situations,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Utterly oppose mandatory transgenderism for school children!!\" and argues that encouraging transgender or homosexual identities is \"the worst sort of child abuse.\" The comment clearly rejects the proposed policies and calls them harmful and contrary to religious doctrine.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that the policy is \"disgraceful\" and should \"not be introduced to children.\" They specifically reject allowing transgender students to share bathrooms or locker rooms, indicating opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and argues against \"government-run schools countermanding the parents’ views,\" indicating rejection of the transgender policies. The request that parents be free to teach their children on moral issues without school interference is a clear objection to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender policies","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says it \"opposes recommendations of the proposed Virginia Department of Education policy\" and repeatedly states \"we oppose 'open' use of bathrooms and shower rooms by transgender students.\" It also urges legislators to \"suspend that requirement\" and calls on the public to reject the proposal.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose!\" and argues that allowing transgender students to use restrooms/locker rooms is \"NOT okay.\" They propose separate private facilities instead and warn that the policy \"will lead to disaster,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","opposition to transgender inclusion"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and argues against \"Imposing broad new mandates,\" saying they have \"destructive unintended consequences.\" They suggest an alternative approach—\"build them private bathrooms\"—rather than adopting the policy as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students","government mandates"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the DOE’s model policy\" and repeatedly asks to \"Please keep these topics out of the public school system.\" They also urge the agency to \"reconsider\" bathroom access provisions and propose an alternative single transgender bathroom, indicating opposition to the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","pronoun policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly requests \"substantial modification or rescission\" and says the policies \"have gone far beyond\" what was prescribed. They object to the guidance as promoting \"controversial and harmful ideas\" and state that schools should not be \"accommodating\" or \"encouraging\" gender transitions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","transgender students","school policy","First Amendment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and rejects the policy with \"Absolutely not the school’s place!\" This is a clear call against adopting the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strong support!\" and adds \"Strongly support as a parent of a trans child,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation. There is no language indicating opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!!\" and raises objections to key provisions, asking how teachers can be charged for pronoun use and how \"any person can enter any locker room or bathroom.\" The final question is rhetorical and challenges the policy's protections, indicating rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Very strongly opposed!\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and says they \"do not believe that is the school's place to facilitate the transition.\" They also object to schools supporting the initiative without parents' approval or knowledge and to parents being reported to child protective services, indicating rejection of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school role","child protective services","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"wrong\" and argues against allowing students to use opposite-sex restrooms \"without question.\" They frame the regulation as undermining parental rights and increasing harassment risk, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student privacy","sexual harassment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"oppose this policy!\" and argues that it would \"take parental rights away\" and let schools \"make decisions for a child.\" Although they begin with \"I support and love all students,\" the clear position is against adoption of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school authority","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the regulations are \"fundamentally flawed and should not be imposed upon Virginia schools\" and repeatedly asks that key provisions be \"stricken\" or \"modified.\" They object to the policy's treatment of gender identity, parental notification, bathroom access, and religious freedom protections.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","bathroom access","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We Strongly oppose any and all motions to allow transgenderism in our schools or any place.\" They also demand punishment for supporters, saying anyone making a motion in favor \"should be fired,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","schools","religious objections"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support - We Need This\" and states that \"The VDOE Model Policies would make school safer and more inclusive.\" They describe current barriers and discrimination and argue the policies are needed to improve access, inclusion, and safety for LGBTQIA+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bathroom access","school sports","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"in support of the VDOE’s guidance on creating inclusive school environments for trans and non-binary students.\" They also express gratitude and admiration for transgender students, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","inclusive schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"highly support the transgender bathroom law\" and calls it \"a GOOD idea.\" They argue that trans students using their preferred bathroom \"doesn’t affect anyone\" and should be allowed.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these policies.\" They also argue the policies encourage \"adolescent transition,\" \"hormone therapy, and surgery,\" and claim this is harmful and abusive, indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender transition","student privacy","child welfare","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i support the transgender law trying to be passed\" and calls it \"a good idea.\" They also argue that allowing trans kids to use the preferred bathroom \"doesn’t affect anyone\" and helps them feel safe, which supports adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","transgender rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly calls the policy \"a wonderful idea\" and argues that \"trans kids using their preferred bathrooms harms no one\" and would make them \"feel more safe at school.\" This is clear support for adopting the regulation, especially its bathroom-access protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of these proposed guidelines\" and asks officials to \"stand up for truth,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected. They also describe the policy as \"radical theories\" and \"utterly cruel,\" which reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy","religious freedom","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed - Creates Significant Problems\" and repeatedly argues the policies should not be adopted, saying they are \"going against science,\" \"going against religious beliefs,\" and will cause \"massive problems throughout the state.\" They also object to restroom/locker room access and predict harmful consequences, indicating clear opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","science","bathroom access","student privacy","sexual harassment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly rejects the policy as “state ran child abuse,” says it is “threatening, violating and dishonest,” and argues that “Girls privacy isn’t yours to give away.” The comment clearly opposes accommodations for transgender students and asks that the “truth remain legal” rather than adopting the model policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","privacy","school safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the proposal as it is written\" and describes it as a \"misguided effort\" that \"oversteps grossly.\" Although they add that they do not oppose \"the heart of the individuals wishing to create a 'safe space',\" their position on adoption of the regulation is clearly negative.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","privacy","school policy","safe spaces","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m proud to support this guidance\" and states that it \"would allow all schools to be equipped with the policies and procedures they need.\" The comment clearly endorses the regulation as a way to create a \"safe and inclusive educational experience\" for students, especially LGBT youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school guidance","nondiscrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues against the policy by warning that it will let children “bounce from bathroom to bathroom and locker room to locker room,” exclude parents, and “disrupt[] an entire school for this small group of children.” These statements indicate they want the regulation weakened or rejected rather than adopted as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","locker room access","student privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and states that helping schools create \"safe and inclusive educational experiences for all students, especially our LGBT youth\" is important. This clearly endorses adopting the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter repeatedly argues against the policy’s transgender accommodations, especially on bathrooms, changing rooms, and pronouns, saying students should have “different changing rooms, different restrooms” and that they must not be “coerce[d]” to use affirmed names/pronouns. Although they mention “compromises” and “compassion,” the overall thrust is to reject or substantially weaken the proposed guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","changing rooms","pronouns","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"please do not pass this,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also object that it \"places an undue burden on teachers and restricts parental rights,\" indicating substantive opposition rather than a neutral observation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher burden","opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"please pass\" the policy and states they want \"safe schools for all students,\" which clearly supports adoption. The comment does not raise objections or request weakening changes.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","safe schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose\" and argues that \"Anyone with a penis should not be allowed to go into the girls bathroom and vice versa,\" which rejects the policy’s approach to transgender student facilities. The language indicates opposition to the regulation rather than support or a neutral question.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Oppose this guidance,\" and repeatedly argues it is \"misguided\" and will \"hurt so many.\" They object to its treatment of gender and specifically mention \"demolishing safe spaces for girls’ athletic competition,\" indicating clear rejection of adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","girls' athletics","school safety","gender identity","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and argues the policy \"will create more problems than it will solve.\" The only conditional allowance offered is if bathrooms are \"a one person at a time type,\" which indicates opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the transgender policy\" and \"I beg you not to pass this policy,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. They also argue it is a \"slippery slope\" leading to \"biological males competing in athletics as girls,\" showing substantive opposition rather than a neutral concern.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school sports","parental rights","women's rights","student athletics"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose!\" and repeatedly argues the policy is \"damaging\" and asks officials to \"get out of our children's lives & their schools.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","government overreach","student mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I vehemently oppose this policy\" and argues schools should not adopt it. They claim it would \"violate the safety and security\" of students and \"confuse most young children,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental concerns","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the Policies set forth in the document,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. The additional statement that children should not be taught this \"narrative\" reinforces opposition to the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","sex education","parental concerns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy \"does nothing to protect non transgender students\" and that it \"infringes on religious rights,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They also argue it is \"impossible to enforce equitably\" and would create a \"hostile environment,\" which further supports a rejection stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","student rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"Strongly opposed to this\" and adds, \"It should not be taught in the schools!!!\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The title \"Gender confusion\" also signals disapproval of the regulation's subject matter.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","parental rights","curriculum"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and calls the policy \"unsupported by science\" and \"an affront to those with religious objections.\" The final sentence, \"We need mental health services for Trans, not accommodations,\" rejects the regulation’s accommodation approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","transgender students","mental health","school accommodations"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues that schools should not be given tools to \"successfully discriminate against ANY child\" and says trans students are entitled to \"the same rights and protections.\" They frame the proposed policies as necessary to ensure a \"safe, supportive learning environment\" and oppose any exclusion or unequal treatment.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","equal protection","nondiscrimination","student privacy","safe learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT agree with this policy!\" and repeatedly argues against it as \"sick and corrupt\" and \"completely unnecessary.\" They also urge rejection of transgender accommodations, saying children should \"use the bathroom that their parts match\" and that the policy should not be implemented.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","gender identity","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this guidance\" and argues it \"endangers the rights\" of non-transgender individuals. They also reject the policy as \"of ideological basis\" and say the VDOE has \"no place commenting or directing guidance on such matters,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose transgender public school policies,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The statement that students should \"use the gender assigned to them by God at birth\" indicates opposition to the policy's transgender accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","religious freedom","gender identity","school policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please do not adopt this policy\" and \"I completely oppose this policy and do not want it forced on Virginia schools.\" They argue it is \"mandatory promotion of politicized, sexualized ideology\" and object to potential reporting of non-affirming parents as abuse concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","child protective services","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the proposed policy \"does not allow parents\" to raise children in their faith-based view and accuses VDOE of trying to \"usurp a parent's right.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please oppose this,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The reference to a \"parent's and child's right to oppose this\" and not be \"indoctrinated\" indicates opposition to adoption of the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this,\" which directly states opposition to the proposed regulation. The reference to \"II Chronicles 7:14\" appears to be a religious appeal supporting that opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"PLEASE DO NOT APPROVE A POLICY OF GENDER CONFUSION,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. The rest of the comment argues that gender issues should be handled by parents and that the policy would let government \"overthrow the parents will,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"Strongly Opposed\" and says it is \"heartbreaking\" that the government would consider it. They also warn that it is \"sickening\" and imply school systems should not adopt it, which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","religious freedom","student safety"]}


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


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose transgender agenda & policies\" and asks, \"Please do not allow transgender agenda and policies to be forced upon our children at school.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","parental rights","school policy","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support efforts to provide resources, assistance and guidance to Virginia schools\" regarding transgender students and asks that the guidance be considered. They also state, \"This is about providing guidelines to ensure that children in our state can receive an education in a safe and welcoming environment,\" which clearly endorses adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school guidance","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


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


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Generally, I am opposed to this policy as written\" and ends with \"Reword it PLEASE!\" They argue the policy is \"way beyond the need\" and that it \"takes away rights of everyone else,\" indicating opposition to the regulation in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","bathroom access","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy’s premise, asking rhetorically, \"And I'm supposed to affirm it? No way.\" They describe transgender identity as harmful and say they do not support affirmation, indicating opposition to the regulation’s transgender-student protections.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student privacy","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose forcing the overwhelming majority of people to embrace the ideology\" and argues the policy would \"contradict our God-given biological sex.\" They also claim it would \"cause mass confusion,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy is \"wrong\" and argues schools should not \"push[] our kids in this direction.\" They want children to remain \"what God made you until you are a full adult,\" which clearly rejects the transgender student guidance.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I speak in support of strong policies to protect transgender and non-binary students\" and references House Bill 145 and Senate Bill 161 favorably. They also argue these policies are needed to ensure students can access education without discrimination.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","non-binary students","nondiscrimination","student rights","inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter asks to \"protect our biological girl's right to privacy, scholarships, and sports,\" which implies opposition to policies that would extend transgender student protections in these areas. The title \"Biology not Identity\" further signals rejection of the regulation's identity-based approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","school sports","scholarships","sex-based rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with \"NO\" and says \"This stuff should not be taught in school!\" They further argue it should be handled \"at HOME,\" indicating they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose these transgender policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also argue the policies are \"confusing\" and would \"set the state up for law suits,\" reinforcing a rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender policies","student privacy","legal liability"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. They also praise protections against bullying and say all kids \"deserve a safe space,\" reinforcing support for the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","safe schools","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Oppose\" and argues that the policy would mean \"Ignoring rights of one group over another.\" The suggestion to \"convert some of the male/female bathrooms to UniRooms\" indicates a preference for a different approach rather than support for the proposed guidance as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","equal rights","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose transgenderism!\" which is a clear rejection of the policy’s subject matter. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against the teaching and promoting of transgender program,\" which rejects the regulation’s purpose. They also argue it should be left to parents and that the government is \"trying to destroy the home and take away parental authority,\" indicating opposition to school involvement.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","public schools","government overreach"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"OPPOSE TRANS Bathrooms\" and rejects \"disregarding biological gender in public bathrooms & sports.\" The language condemns the policy as \"evil and insane,\" indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","biological sex","religious freedom","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!\" and rejects government/school involvement in decisions for their child. The statement \"This is completely ridiculous!\" reinforces opposition to the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please support the legislation\" and argues that schools should provide \"a supportive environment\" where \"all students\" can thrive. The comment criticizes opposition as \"bigotry and fear-fueled mobs,\" indicating clear approval of the proposed policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","supportive school environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"support this guidance\" and calls the proposed policies needed to \"provide a safe and inclusive educational experience for all students.\" They also say \"YES!\" and describe the guidance as helping schools know \"how to support them,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","teacher support","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the proposal \"STRONG SUPPORT\" and says it is \"so important\" for \"preserving the mental and physical health of trans and gender nonconforming children.\" They also praise the guidelines for creating a \"more welcoming, supportive, and healthy environment,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance\" and explains that they want \"all kids to be in a school environment that is safe and welcoming.\" The comment endorses the regulation as a way to better support trans students in schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school safety","supportive environment","teacher perspective"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"categorically opposed\" to the model policies and repeatedly argues against them, including objections to \"remov[ing] parental rights,\" \"forced speech,\" and allowing transgender students in sports. The final sentence states it is \"immoral to encourage transgenderism in children,\" making clear they want the policy rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","free speech","school sports","Title IX","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this policy\" and repeatedly argues it is \"dangerous, and harmful.\" They object to transgender identification, pronoun use, restroom access, and the lack of parental notification, concluding that \"It is a family issue not the State.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bathroom access","psychological harm"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and says the guidelines \"do just that\" for transgender students. They also express approval by stating the policies show students they are \"valued, supported, and loved.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","transgender students","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the VDOE purposed draft\" and argues the policies should not be adopted because they are \"contrary to parental rights\" and \"family values.\" They also claim the standards would create problems in bathrooms, locker rooms, and pronoun use, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","pronouns","family values","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the VDOE purposed draft\" and argues the policies should not be adopted because they are \"contrary to parental rights\" and create problems in bathrooms, locker rooms, and pronoun use. The overall thrust is rejection of the transgender policies as harmful and inappropriate for schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","pronouns","school privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, saying it will \"further erode\" parental rights and \"essentially mandate promotion of gender confusion.\" They also warn it is a \"hidden agenda\" and say \"Dont buy into this,\" which indicates clear opposition rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support all of this\" and endorses the policies as written. The rest of the comment reinforces approval of transgender inclusion, criticizing those who oppose it and saying to \"accept it, move on.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","nondiscrimination","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT!!!\" and states they are \"fully in support and very appreciative of this proposed policies document.\" They also endorse the goal that \"LGBTQ students should feel safe and respected\" in schools.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am fully in support of the VDOE’s guidance\" and asks to \"do all you can\" to ensure the policies are adopted. They also frame the guidance as necessary for a \"safe and welcoming environment\" for trans and non-binary students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","faith-based support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the premise of the proposed transgender student policies by asserting that \"Gender is based on biology\" and that sex is fixed by chromosomes. Although they do not explicitly say \"reject this regulation,\" the comment clearly argues against the policy's underlying recognition of transgender identities and accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","biology","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support guidance\" and argues that \"Trans youth need our support and the support of their schools.\" They also endorse the policy’s goals of safety and dignity for all students, indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","faith-based support"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and describes the policy as \"a simple matter of fairness and recognition of individual differences,\" which clearly endorses adoption. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["fairness","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and urges adults not to \"encourag[e] this stuff,\" calling it \"madness.\" The language clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies rather than supporting them with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","student wellbeing","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the guidance\" and asks, \"Please give the kids what they need,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the policy. The comment frames the guidance as helping create a \"safe and supportive\" approach for all students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive environment","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not agree with the 'model policies'\" and repeatedly argues to stop or limit them, including \"If you are so concerned... then give them their own locker room and bathroom\" and \"Stop making 75% of your students uncomfortable.\" The comment clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies and calls them harmful and unnecessary.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"totally and vehemently Opposed\" to the proposed changes and explicitly says they \"need to be scrapped.\" They also argue the policy threatens \"the safety of our female students\" and overrides \"Parental authority and input,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","parental rights","lawsuits","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this guidance\" and explains that it would help \"my non-binary and trans friends to feel comfortable and safe in their school environment.\" The comment clearly endorses adoption of the policy to improve student safety and comfort.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"Strongly Disagree this needs to be taught in a school setting to our kids,\" which clearly rejects the policy. The statement that it is \"difficult for grown adults to understand much less a child\" reinforces opposition to introducing these transgender-related policies in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender education","school curriculum","parental rights","student age appropriateness"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly AGAINST\" and calls the proposal \"absolutely disgusting,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. The statement that it is \"creating a completely hostile environment for children\" further shows rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school climate","student safety","hostility"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"vehemently oppose\" the proposal and states it \"needs to be totally scrapped.\" They object to perceived loss of \"parental authority\" and to \"girls restrooms being permitted to be entered by males,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support VDOE's Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia Public Schools.\" They also praise the policies as providing \"expertise and guidance\" and say they \"enhance\" opportunities for students, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school policy","student safety","nondiscrimination","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This Legislation Should not be Appoved\" and repeatedly argues the policies are \"harmful\" and an \"absolutely unacceptable\" violation of rights. They call for rejecting the proposal, citing concerns about bathrooms, locker rooms, parental consent, and alleged safety risks.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenters say they \"adamantly oppose these proposals\" and explicitly state they \"should NOT be implemented across the Commonwealth of Virginia.\" They also argue the policies \"undermine parental authority and threaten the wellbeing of children,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student wellbeing","transgender policies","public schools"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY SUPPORT the VDOE's guidance.\" They further affirm that \"Trans, non-binary, and all LGBTQ+ students have the right to protections,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student rights","nondiscrimination","school safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support protections for LGBTQ+ students in our schools,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. They also state the goal is to let students \"present their authentic selves without fear of discrimination or harassment,\" aligning with the policy's protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","harassment prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s approach, arguing that children should not be used \"for the sake of activists\" and that males and females should not be required to share \"locker rooms, bathrooms or athletics.\" This indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly argues that the policy should be removed from the conversation, saying it would \"put[] our children and youth at risk\" and \"add[] to the confusion\". They also criticize the regulation as \"laws that have no merit\" and ask whether pursuing it is \"the right and wise thing to do,\" which indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental concerns","religious values","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues against the policy as written, saying \"Let's not be so extreme\" and warning that \"these rules will be taken advantage of.\" They also object to \"more confusing things onto our children,\" indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support\" and argues that the policy is respectful and beneficial. They endorse specific provisions like using pronouns, protecting privacy, and having a non-sexist dress code, while stating it \"creates a more inclusive learning environment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","dress code","respectful treatment","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it \"should never become allowed in our Schools\" and calling the effort \"terribly foolish.\" The language indicates opposition to transgender inclusion in schools and to the proposed guidance generally.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the model guidelines\" and describes them as \"fair and reasonable.\" They also endorse the underlying approach of \"respectfully accepting our differences\" and relate it positively to their own experience.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","school climate","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I’m writing today to OPPOSE\" the proposed policies and repeatedly argues they \"should not be adopted.\" The body lists multiple objections about pronouns, parental notification, bathrooms, dress codes, and alleged promotion of ideology, all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","dress code","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this policy for the respectful treatment of transgender students.\" They also endorse specific provisions such as \"using proper pronouns,\" \"prohibiting bullying and harassment,\" and \"respecting student privacy and confidentiality,\" indicating approval of the regulation as proposed.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","privacy","student safety","gender expression"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this indoctrination\" and ends with \"Please say NO to this dangerous policy.\" They argue against transgender students using opposite-sex bathrooms and criticize the policy as harmful and inappropriate for schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","student privacy","parental rights","school safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I STRONGLY disagree with this proposal\" and explicitly asks, \"Please STOP this nonsense!\" They object to transgender students using girls' locker rooms and participating in female sports, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly warns against allowing children to be taught \"these things\" and condemns the policy as part of a \"godless and corrupt\" government. The repeated calls to \"REPENT!!!!!\" and references to Satan indicate strong rejection of the transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this guidance\" and titles the comment \"Strongly Support.\" They also explain that they want \"all kids in Virginia to be in a school environment that is safe and welcoming,\" which aligns with adopting the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","school safety","inclusive schools","student support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"strictly OPPOSED\" and repeats \"NO!\" in response to the policy. They argue the government should not \"force feed\" students these \"actions\" and object to the policy as \"absurd\" and \"insane.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and thanks the agency for \"leading the way to a healthier environment for all students.\" They also state the policies are \"justified by research\" and beneficial for transgender and gender non-conforming students, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","school climate","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please adopt this policy\" and frames it as \"needed and necessary progress\" to respect transgender youth. The body repeatedly endorses the regulation’s goals, emphasizing support for \"the rights of all children\" and affirming the policy's protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","anti-bullying","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not believe this proposition positions our children for what is in their best interest,\" and repeatedly argues against the policy's premise. The comment frames the guidance as harmful and rejects the idea that children should be able to \"associate as a different gender\" or \"CHANGE genders.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","child development","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and argues that \"support for diversity, equity, and the rights of all individuals\" is the correct position. They also urge, \"Let's leave our kids alone to become who they are,\" and say the document \"gives them the right to leave biases behind,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the guidance.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","parental rights","school dress codes"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the post \"Oppose!\" and says \"the rest of this is nonsense,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies. They object to pronoun expectations, discussion of gender identity in school, and bathroom access for transgender students, while only conceding that \"No child should be bullied.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronouns","gender identity","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues against the policy by asserting that sex is a fixed binary and saying, \"Stop imposing morals that contradict the Word of God.\" This indicates they want the regulation rejected rather than adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","transgender students","sex binary"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and calls the policy \"unacceptable.\" They argue it is \"not safe for our CHILDREN\" and object to allowing students to use opposite-sex restrooms, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly endorses the proposal, calling it \"a great step forward\" and saying it \"will save lives.\" They argue the policy helps schools create \"a safe and welcoming environment\" and asks students and staff to treat trans and non-binary students with respect.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","bullying prevention","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Strongly Oppose/Disagree,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed policies. No supporting reasons are provided, but the position itself is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose/Disagree\" and argues the policy would \"subject them to such sin\" and is \"absolutely disgusting,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The comment frames the proposal as morally harmful and says it leads children \"down an eternal path that leads straight to hell.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student welfare"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Support trans kids!!\" and argues that trans youths need \"proper support and care\" and should be treated as the gender they identify with. The final line, \"And it starts with kids,\" clearly endorses the proposed policies' supportive approach.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","mental health","anti-bullying","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly begins with \"Oppose\" and questions the need for the proposal, saying existing \"anti bullying policies currently in place covers all.\" This indicates they do not want the regulation adopted as proposed.","tone":"negative","tags":["bullying prevention","transgender students","school policy"]}