{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying \"This is inappropriate on so many levels\" and \"This cannot happen.\" They object to \"transgender/gender confusion nonsense influencing my children,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","student influence","school curriculum"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Do not pass any legislation such as this,\" and argues against allowing transgender students in school facilities. They frame the policy as taking away parental rights and causing \"MORE distress and confusion,\" which indicates clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","religious freedom","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"Please reconsider\" and says \"do not allow this to happen,\" indicating opposition to the proposed policies. They object to \"biological males into female locker rooms\" and frame the change as \"a drastic step,\" even while expressing concern for trans kids' safety.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this proposal\" and argues it would \"force my children to adhere to ridiculous policies.\" They also reject the need for the regulation by saying existing anti-bullying programs are already in place and that the policy would let kids \"identify as whatever they want,\" indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student identity","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they are \"Opposed to Draft for Transgender Policies\" and argues the proposed policies \"might be better handled at the local level\" rather than as sweeping state guidance. They acknowledge the issue needs to be addressed, but repeatedly reject the proposed approach as too broad and likely to \"open[] the door to many more problems.\"","tone":"mixed","tags":["transgender students","local control","bathroom access","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Absolutely Opposed\" and \"I strongly oppose these policies by all means.\" They argue the policies let schools make decisions \"against parents\" and object to restroom/changing room access based on gender identity, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly rejects the policy, calling it \"forcing involuntary acceptance\" and pleading, \"Don't force this on the parents and families of Virginia.\" They argue the policy would make girls unsafe in bathrooms/changing areas and should not be adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, saying it \"totally rejects\" God's truth and that \"The fundamental principles behind the words of this document are WRONG.\" They also urge, \"Start over,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support making our public schools inclusive for all of our students\" and argues that schools should provide \"a supportive and safe environment.\" They also reject objections to the policy, stating that \"the arguments against this bill... are not fully informed.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and urges, \"Do not sacrifice the many for the few,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. They argue against allowing transgender students to be treated according to gender identity, stating that \"Biological boys... should not be mixed in with biological girls and vice versa.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","school safety","sex-segregated facilities","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose this policy\" and repeatedly argues schools should not \"cater\" to transgender students or \"encourage them to make decisions they are not fit to make.\" They also call it \"anti-parent, anti-family\" and say it is \"a model of how not to respect and care about children,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose policy\" and repeats \"strongly oppose\" at the end. They object to \"having both sexes in the same locker room\" and say they are \"not just going to accept this,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["locker rooms","privacy","parental rights","sex-specific facilities","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this proposed model,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. They also argue it \"jeopardizes parent rights\" and calls the mandates \"terrifying,\" reinforcing a clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family values","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"Opposed to transgender\" and the title says \"Opposed to transgendered policy,\" indicating rejection of the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting or qualifying language is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I whole heartedly support!\" which directly endorses the proposed policies. The remainder of the comment offers encouragement to trans individuals, reinforcing approval rather than criticism or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","supportive environment"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this\" and argues there is \"no reason not to support this.\" They further endorse the policy because \"Transgender students need our support\" and emphasize the importance of pronouns and affirmation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","pronouns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I fully support the Virginia Department of Education's model policies.\" They also endorse the policy goals by stating that children \"deserve equitable representation and recognition\" and describing positive effects of recognition on children.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","equity","school climate"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Opposed to transgender,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the proposed transgender student policy. No supporting or neutral language is present.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose!\" and adds, \"I oppose all mandatory teaching/ policies in our public schools!\" This clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies and, more broadly, mandatory school policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","mandatory policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks to \"re-think this\" and says the policy \"becomes a problem\" when it affects their child’s education. They object to parental non-notification, transgender participation in sports, and school discussions they feel conflict with their beliefs, indicating opposition to adoption of the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","school sports","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and supports that position with a religious objection: \"God made male and female only.\" This indicates they do not want the transgender student policies adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is not appropriate in the public school system\" and rejects the policy’s premise by asserting \"there are only two genders.\" The language condemns the Board and government for adopting it, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","gender identity","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and states the policy \"goes against everything a family stands for.\" They also reject transgender bathroom access, saying \"definitely not to use a transgender bathroom\" and \"leave our children alone,\" indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","gender identity","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the policy \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly asks officials to reject it, calling it \"a terrifying policy\" and urging them to \"consider the safety of our vulnerable children.\" The objections focus on bathroom and locker room access, privacy, and safety concerns for girls.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker room privacy","student safety","privacy","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I Oppose transgender education or any other kind of sex education to children in public schools\" and repeats that \"Sex education and transgender education does NOT belong in a school system.\" They also call for schools to \"Stop indoctrinating the children,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender education","sex education","parental rights","school curriculum","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose this\" and states that it has \"no business being part of public school education.\" They also object on parental-rights grounds, saying \"parents should have the right to know what is happening with their children.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","public schools","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support Model Policies for the Treatment of Transgender Students in Virginia’s Public Schools\" and describes the policies as \"thoughtful and reasonable.\" They also argue the policies will improve privacy, equal treatment, and training, and conclude with \"Thank you for the opportunity to comment.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","equal treatment","professional development","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"terrifying and sickening\" and says it is \"fundamentally destroying everything good within America.\" They urge officials to \"take a stand\" against it and say they will keep their daughter \"far away\" from public school because of this consideration.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I support the policy,\" and the title also says \"Support this policy.\" There is no qualifying language or criticism suggesting opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY DISAGREE ON THIS TRANSGENDER POLICY\" and argues against allowing students to choose bathrooms or locker rooms. They propose separate facilities for transgender or questioning students, indicating opposition to the policy as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students","privacy","sex-segregated facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly opposed!!!\" and asks to \"Keep this horribly policy out of our public schools,\" which clearly rejects adoption. They also argue it \"contradicts freedom of religion and speech\" and that it is \"not the schools place,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's substance.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Opposed to transgender policy\" and states it \"should not be allowed in our school system.\" The rest of the comment reinforces rejection of the policy with hostile language about restroom and locker room access.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I do not approve of VDOE transgender policy guidelines,\" which directly rejects the proposed regulation. The title, \"Opposed to transgender policy,\" reinforces that they want it rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly object,\" which clearly indicates opposition to the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting language or request for modification is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, stating \"No to trangender Policies of any sort in Virginia Schools\" and urging that it not be implemented. The rest of the comment argues the policies would cause \"irreparable harm\" and \"threaten[] the very fabric of society,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student development","girls' sports","school safety","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support safe spaces for all children\" and urges to \"enact policies to protect transgender children.\" They also state that \"Passing a bill such as this would help\" and frame the regulation as a way to support transgender youth.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","safe schools","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, stating \"No to trangender Policies of any sort in Virginia Schools\" and arguing it would cause \"irreparable harm\" and \"confusion among our children.\" The comment also calls for the policies' proponents to be replaced, indicating strong opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student safety","child development","girls' sports","school privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly urge you not to pass this\" and concludes, \"This is not a good idea.\" The body argues the policy will create false accusations and manipulation, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","false accusations","bullying","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the regulation, saying \"This is so wrong on so many levels\" and \"This not safe at all.\" These phrases indicate opposition to adopting the transgender student policies, framed as a safety concern.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the adoption of these policies into the public school system\" and urges, \"Please don't deny any of our kids their right to an education.\" They also praise the policies as ones that \"deter bullying, treat each child with respect, and honor their privacy.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bullying prevention","equitable access"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Vehemently Oppose\" and states \"My children will never see the inside of a public school with these policies in place,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. They also argue it is \"fundamentally wrong\" and claim it will be \"abused by predators,\" indicating strong opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","parental rights","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly supports this guidance document\" and calls the guidance \"tremendously helpful.\" They also state that it is \"essential\" for trans and non-binary students to have a safe and inclusive educational environment, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","safe and inclusive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE!!\" and repeatedly rejects the policy, asking why schools should implement it and calling it \"INSANE!!!\" and \"EVIL!\". They object to \"boys in girls restrooms and locker rooms\" and to the policy's treatment of parents, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects outside involvement in transgender student policy, saying it is \"between the child and the parents / guardians\" and that \"Bureaucrats and professionals... have no right\" to intervene. The language about \"social engineering experiments\" and \"lab rats\" indicates opposition to the regulation and the guidance it represents.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","government overreach","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I DO NOT SUPPORT the proposed policy involving students with gender dysphoria,\" which directly rejects the regulation. The additional remark about being thankful their child no longer attends Virginia public schools reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender dysphoria","public schools","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support\" these policies and concludes that they \"have absolutely no place in the Virginia school system.\" They repeatedly argue the regulations are \"destructive and harmful\" and say they should not be incorporated.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues the policies create harmful consequences, asking \"Imagine the ramifications of these policies\" and saying these situations \"need to be dealt with in therapy offices\" rather than schools. The comment objects to staff involvement and parental consent concerns, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","student safety","school sports","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and rejects the policy framework. The statement \"Only parents can make these kinds of decisions\" indicates opposition to the regulation’s approach to transgender student treatment in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSED\" and states they \"draw the line with this policy\" because it takes away \"my daughter's rights/women's rights.\" They also call the policy \"ludicrous\" and say the state will \"forever destroy Virginia and America,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["women's rights","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I REJECT THIS IDEA\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, threatening to \"pull my child from school and homeschool instead.\" They object to transgender inclusion, saying it would \"confuse\" children and is \"not safe\" and would cause \"psychological problems.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","privacy","student safety","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, calling it a \"Disagreement with This Concept\" and arguing it \"puts students at risk,\" \"compromises the role of family,\" and creates \"chaotic\" and \"physically dangerous\" conditions. The closing language about the department \"ideologically betraying\" the state and mocking the policy as \"logical bankruptcy\" further shows clear opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student safety","parental rights","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Is there a term stronger than strongly oppose?\" and criticizes the VDOE for \"even considering such action,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. The language also urges the department to abandon the action entirely, not merely modify it.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Oppose\" and calls the policies \"beyond ridiculous.\" They also argue the policies \"impose burdens on others,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","burdens on others"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose,\" and the title says \"Strongly oppose this transgender policy.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy as \"Totally illegal/unconstitutional\" and says it is being \"force[d]... down the throats\" of others. They argue for alternatives like \"school choice/charter schools\" instead of the proposed guidance, indicating opposition to adoption in its current form.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","school choice","transgender students","local control","constitutional concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and threatens to withdraw children and quit working at the school if \"this bill passes,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The phrase \"This is pure insanity!\" reinforces opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","school policy","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"voice my support for the Model Policies\" and argues that \"all students enjoy an education free from harrassment and discrimination.\" The comment endorses the regulation as a way to ensure students are treated \"with dignity.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student dignity","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter clearly rejects the policy, calling it \"Totally naive and unsafe for all children\" and criticizing those behind it as \"Very impulsive and naive.\" The questions about protecting \"biological females\" and concerns about \"false rape accusations\" indicate opposition to the transgender student policies on safety grounds.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","bathroom access","sexual assault","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy: \"Absolutely no to your policy!\" and says they \"will not allow\" their child to be exposed to it. They argue transgender-related instruction should be the parent's responsibility and object to restroom access and perceived safety risks.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","transgender students","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The body reinforces this by claiming it \"jeopardizes the privacy and safety of our children and families.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","student safety","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this!!!\" twice in the title and body, 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 says \"Strongly oppose,\" which directly states opposition to the regulation. The body reinforces this by claiming it is \"inappropriate\" and does not support \"family cohesiveness\" or \"the safety of all children.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family cohesion","student safety","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.94,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy approach, asking why the state would not instead offer a \"safe charter school\" as a \"test run\" and stating, \"This is very poorly planned.\" This indicates opposition to adopting the regulation as written and a preference for an alternative, narrower approach.","tone":"negative","tags":["school choice","charter schools","policy implementation","liability"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy with phrases like \"Absolutely not ok!\" and \"This is so wrong!\" They argue it is \"not safe\" and conflict with \"our Christian faith,\" and ask to \"stop pushing adult issues and agendas on them,\" indicating opposition to adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","student safety","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly asks, \"Please Do this and Protect Trans students\" and urges the policy to be adopted to support trans/GNC youth. They argue that school should be a safe environment and that using a student's chosen name helps prevent pain and supports learning.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","school environment","name and pronouns","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy is \"unnecessary\" and argues that existing laws already cover the issue, implying the regulation should not be adopted. The phrase \"all you'd have remaining is a permission slip\" is dismissive and frames the policy as enabling behavior they oppose.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","bathroom access","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and argues that \"Schools should not be permitted to make any decisions regarding a student gender\" and that schools \"should not have any say so at all.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed transgender student policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school authority","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE THIZ BILL\" and repeats that it is \"THE PARENT'S JOB NOT SCHOOLS!\" This clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies rather than supporting them with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","gender education","school curriculum","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the policies being put forth by the D.O.E.\" They also argue the policies weaken \"parental rights,\" create \"confusing situations,\" and make children feel \"unsafe,\" all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","transgender policies","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose them,\" referring to the proposed policy changes. The rest of the comment questions the evidence and argues the policy harms \"the vast majority of our students,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student privacy","transgender students","emotional harm","school facilities"]}


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


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and repeats \"I support!\" They also argue the policy would \"benefit trans youth\" and provide \"systematic support against bullying and harassment,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I absolutely oppose\" the policy and rejects children sharing bathrooms or locker rooms with transgender students. They also oppose school instruction on transgender topics, stating there should be \"no education\" about \"Transexual or heterosexual behavior.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights","sex education","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Oppose\" and says \"This is not a good plan at all.\" They argue the policy is unsafe and object to allowing \"a male identifying as a female\" in girls' locker rooms and restrooms, indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to this legislation\" and asks not to pass it: \"Instead of passing this horrible legislation.\" They also object to privacy provisions and facility access, saying teachers should not keep information from parents and children should not share facilities with the opposite sex.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","transgender students","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this bill\" and repeats that they \"strongly oppose\" the law. They argue it would \"brainwash\" children, create \"confusion,\" and inflict \"emotional and psychological abuse,\" all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","bullying prevention","student privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the policy and objects to \"sharing of bathrooms/locker rooms between members of the opposite sex.\" This is a clear rejection of the regulation’s transgender student accommodations, especially facility access provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students","sex-specific facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the comment \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and says the policy \"serves in the best interest of the most people.\" They also argue it \"facilitates\" transgender people living their \"genuine lives,\" which clearly endorses adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights","student rights","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not support this bill\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling to \"Stop this transgender teaching.\" They also object to pronoun use and to \"biological males in the locker room and bathroom with biological females,\" indicating opposition to the regulation's transgender accommodations.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","pronouns","bathroom access","locker rooms","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues that \"Trans kids should be able to live their lives free of this discrimination,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s protections for transgender students. The rest of the comment condemns opposing views as \"transphobia and bigotry,\" reinforcing support rather than opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student safety","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and repeatedly argues against the policy, calling it a \"ridiculous law\" and saying schools should \"Stop trying to shove these liberal ideas down everyone's throat.\" They also reject transgender-inclusive restroom access and urge the state to fund a separate \"3rd option\" instead.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","parental rights","religious freedom","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"strongly oppose this passing in our public schools\" and repeatedly argues against allowing transgender students access to shared facilities. They also threaten to withdraw their children if it passes, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","parental rights","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.96,"stance_rationale":"The commenter describes the policy as \"extreme\" and objects that it creates \"the threat of taking children away from their parents,\" which indicates opposition to adoption. They also say it \"puts educators in a tough situation\" and question consequences for noncompliance, further signaling disapproval of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","educator concerns","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this legislation,\" and argues against the policy's approach to transgender students' restroom use and privacy. They also object to \"Secrecy or separation from a minor child's parents,\" indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school priorities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the proposed VDOE Model Guidelines,\" which is a direct rejection of the regulation. Although they mention it should be \"revised,\" the stated reason is that the current proposal is unsafe and would \"open the public schools to litigation,\" indicating opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","privacy","litigation","rights and dignity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Opposed\" and argues the policy \"creates more problems than it solves.\" They object to bathroom, locker room, and sports participation provisions, saying it would make non-transgender students uncomfortable and increase tension.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","student privacy","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose\" and argues the policy would \"putting thousands of kids at risk\" and make a teenage girl feel unsafe. They object specifically to transgender students using \"gender specific restrooms and locker rooms in school,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","student safety","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT support this\" and asks, \"Please do not pass this.\" They argue the policy is \"dangerous\" and claim it will \"encourage gender confusion,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["mental health","gender identity","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","science"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly opposed\" and states they \"can only see really negative things coming from enacting this.\" They argue the policy would cause \"trauma and abuse,\" undermine parent/child trust, conflict with \"Christianity,\" and suggest an alternative: \"Why not just make some individual bathrooms?\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","religious freedom","student safety","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the policy, asking \"Where's the science behind this?\" and calling it \"nonsense\" and \"make believe tales.\" They also say schools are \"public indoctrination camps,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion","biology","parental rights","school indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"Strongly Agree\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, saying public schools should accept students \"regardless of... gender identity\" and that public institutions should \"treat everyone the same.\" They also reject objections to transgender restroom access and argue there is \"no evidence\" supporting claims against transgender students, indicating clear support for the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy","bathroom access","religious freedom","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and objects to \"gender promotion in tax payer funded schools,\" indicating they do not want the regulation adopted. The phrase \"for the protection\" suggests a concern-based objection rather than support for the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","public schools","parental rights","taxpayer funding"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the guidance\" and endorses \"any policies that make our schools a safer place for transgender and non-binary students.\" They also reference personal experience with bullying and harassment as the reason for support.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose this mode of thinking,\" which directly rejects the proposed policies. They also argue it will bring \"a Pandora's Box of woes\" and lead children into \"confusion and misery,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","student wellbeing","school policy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and describes the policy as creating a \"punitive environment,\" which clearly indicates rejection of the regulation. The reference to constitutional violation and disappointment reinforces opposition rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["constitutional rights","student policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed\" and argues that promoting gender change \"should be kept out of our schools,\" which clearly rejects the proposed policies. The religious framing (“God created man in His image”) reinforces opposition to the regulation’s treatment of transgender students.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I am strongly opposed to any policy\" and urges Virginia to \"stop this nonsense and stay as far away from the transgender ideology as possible,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The comment argues against recognizing transgender students' identities and instead insists on biological sex only.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","gender identity","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly oppose\" and \"being opposed to this,\" indicating clear rejection of the proposed policies. They argue the regulation will \"open the doors for so much hurt and discrimination,\" cause \"confusion of our young children,\" and lead to a \"loss of parental guidance,\" all of which show opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"i most definitely do not want this allowed anywhere!\" and repeatedly argues against allowing transgender students to use bathrooms aligned with their gender identity. They urge, \"Don’t allow them to be able to go into the opposite bathroom!!!!\" which clearly opposes the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","privacy","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I do not even see how this should be voted on\" and calls it \"overreach,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. There is no language suggesting support or a neutral question; the comment expresses opposition to the policy itself.","tone":"negative","tags":["government overreach","transgender policies","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"oppose\" and argues that the model policy \"does none of that\" and is \"simply harming all students.\" They object to allowing students to define their own gender identity, calling it \"sexual confusion\" and a \"false reality,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","student harm"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Please say no!\" and \"Say NO!\" to the proposed policy. They argue it is \"asking for trouble\" and that transgender students should use the bathroom of the gender they were born with, indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","transgender students","sex-segregated facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Oppose,\" which directly states the commenter’s position on the regulation. No additional reasoning or qualifications are provided.","tone":"neutral","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"oppose!\" and the title reads \"Oppose Va policy for transgender students,\" leaving no ambiguity about the writer's position. It is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","policy opposition"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am writing in support of the Model Policies on the Treatment of Transgender Students\" and repeatedly argues that \"all students should have equal access to education\" and \"Every child deserves equal love, support, and education.\" The comment urges adoption by asking, \"why wouldn’t we consider the change,\" and frames the policies as a step toward tolerance and equality.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student equality","bullying prevention","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and argues for \"Inclusivity\" and \"equal rights,\" which clearly endorses the regulation’s protections for transgender students. The phrase \"Enough of the religious indignation\" indicates opposition to objections against the policy rather than opposition to the policy itself.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","equal rights","religious freedom","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support these measures\" and thanks the agency for considering them. They frame the policies as promoting \"the safety and well being of all students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to any special treatment or provisions for transgender people,\" and frames the policy as harmful and deceptive. They instead advocate counseling to prevent people from \"falling prey to such a destructive way of life,\" which indicates rejection of the regulation's purpose.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","counseling","parental rights","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the VDOE policies\" and argues that adopting them would harm girls' sports and student safety. The statement frames the proposal as dangerous, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","student safety","girls' sports","transgender policies"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"totally opposed to the new proposed transgender policies\" and explicitly asks the DOE to \"reconsider this dangerous and ill-advised policy change.\" They object to bathroom/changing-room access, parental exclusion, and pronoun requirements, all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","privacy","pronouns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Very strongly oppose VDOE Transgender policies,\" which directly states opposition to adoption. The follow-up sentence argues the policies would create \"more confusion\" rather than clarity, reinforcing that they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","student identity","school health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose\" the proposed transgender policy and describes it as \"seeking to impose\" it on schools. They also object to specific provisions like bathroom access and pronoun use, indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","bathroom access","pronouns","student privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Strongly Support\" and says \"These recommended policies will ensure our children have the space and acceptance to be who they are.\" The comment clearly endorses adopting the policies to support students' needs and safety.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school support","acceptance"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly support\" and states that \"These recommended policies will ensure our children have the space and acceptance to be who they are.\" This clearly endorses adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"positive","tags":["student support","school safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.97,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says the policy has \"some glaring issues,\" calls parts of it \"not your lane VDOE,\" and repeatedly criticizes specific provisions on parental notification, gender identity assertions, and restroom access. Although they agree with the privacy/safety language on page 16, the overall thrust is that the plan \"needs a lot of revision\" and is currently unacceptable.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","gender identity","bathroom access","student records"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please reject the Model Policies,\" which is a direct call against adoption. They also state the policies are \"harmful to children\" and \"undermine the rights of parents and families,\" reinforcing opposition.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","family rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"Iam strongly opposed support of transgender ed and acceptance,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policies. The wording indicates opposition to the regulation’s purpose rather than a request for changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose these new policies.\" They also argue that introducing this topic into schools \"makes no sense\" and that the government is getting \"way to involved in the nitty gritty,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["education priorities","government overreach","transgender policies","school administration"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly titles the submission \"Very Strongly Oppose VDOE Transgender Policies\" and repeatedly rejects the policy content, objecting to \"biological male using same facility as daughter\" and \"all students use any bathroom they choose.\" The comment frames the regulation as harmful to children and asks, \"How can you put children through such a thing?\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","parental rights","student privacy","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Oppose this policy\" and states that adopting it \"would eventually mean the end of girls' high school sports.\" This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation based on concerns about student well-being and athletics.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","girls' sports","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this destruction of the family,\" which directly rejects the proposed policy. The statement that \"Parents should train the child and school support the parent not the other way around\" indicates opposition to the regulation's approach to transgender students in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family values","school policy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I oppose trangender policy in schools,\" which clearly rejects the proposed transgender student policy. No mitigating language or support for any part of the regulation is provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","public schools","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am against this policy\" and argues it will be \"detrimental\" and cause a \"breakdown of the family unit.\" The criticism that it involves \"hiding information from parents\" shows opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","family involvement","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose the policy\" and argues that parents, not schools, should know what is best for the child. The statement that \"teachers do not know my child\" and concern that a child would \"hide truth from parents\" indicates rejection of the transgender student policy framework.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","transgender students","school authority"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do not approve of the guidelines proposed,\" which directly rejects the regulation. They also argue it would deny parents' rights and create \"confusion, fear and anxiety\" and harm teachers, indicating opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","student safety","bathroom access","teacher retention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter argues that allowing boys to join girls' teams will \"seriously damage\" their child's competition and school spirit, which clearly rejects the policy's approach to transgender student participation in sex-specific sports. The phrase \"will wreck the programs\" signals opposition to adoption as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["school sports","sex-specific activities","parental rights","student athletics"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the model policies for transgender youth,\" which directly endorses adoption of the regulation. The statement \"Transgender rights are human rights\" reinforces a favorable position toward the policy's goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","student rights"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the Virginia Department of Education's model policy\" and endorses its purpose of protecting transgender and non-binary students. They also affirm the policy's goals of ensuring education \"free of harassment and discrimination.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I encourage the adoption of these common sense guidance,\" which directly supports the regulation. They also frame it as helping children be \"kept safe, treated with respect and support\" and wanting \"EVERY child to thrive,\" reinforcing approval.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","supportive schools","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose this policy\" and repeats \"I OPPOSE!\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The statement that it is \"NOT the schools system duty\" and \"wrong on many levels\" reinforces opposition rather than a request for modification.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","parental rights","education authority"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"emphatically supports\" the policy and states there is a \"strong need for a policy such as this.\" They argue it helps provide \"a safe space\" and support for transgender/LGBTQ+ students, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","mental health","supportive learning environment"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues against the policy on the grounds that \"the safety of our girls is being compromised\" and that fair competition in sports is being taken away. This is a clear rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["women and girls","student safety","school sports","fair competition","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly disagree\" and calls the policy \"Absolutely disgusting,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. The reference to \"God gave us genders\" and urging people to \"read your Bible\" shows opposition grounded in religious beliefs.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","gender identity"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly OPPOSE Transgender Policy\" and ends with \"Reform these policies, or scrap them.\" They object to bathroom/locker room access, sports participation, and parental notification provisions, indicating they want the policy rejected or substantially weakened.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","parental rights","student privacy","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the draft model guidance\" and adds that the policies \"afford[] basic civil rights to transgender/nonbinary/gender fluid/diverse students.\" They also state, \"We must support all students,\" indicating approval of adoption as drafted.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","civil rights","student rights","supportive schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the VDOE draft policy\" and repeatedly argues against adoption of the policy. They object to privacy, parental rights, and religious freedom implications, and conclude that the policies provide \"absolutely no exceptions or accommodations\" for dissenting beliefs.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","religious freedom","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Oppose this policy\" and repeats \"Oppose school intrusion into the family,\" which clearly rejects the proposed regulation. The phrase \"undermining the family\" indicates opposition based on parental/family rights concerns.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","family autonomy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY AGAINST,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adopting the proposed transgender student policies. No supporting reasons or qualifications are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"I strongly disagree\" in response to the proposed transgender student policies, indicating clear opposition to adoption. The phrase \"This is disgusting\" reinforces that they want the regulation rejected rather than modified.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and asks, \"Please don't impose\" the policy. They argue that allowing transgender students in shared facilities is a \"bad idea\" and propose separate single-sex and gender-neutral spaces instead, indicating rejection of the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","locker rooms","school sports","parental rights","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE transgender policy,\" asks to \"veto\" the proposal, and urges officials to \"refus[e] to adopt the new proposed policies.\" The body repeatedly argues against parental override, bathroom access, and the policy’s handling of transgender students, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","transgender policy","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the draft model guidance\" and praises the policies as providing \"basic civil rights\" and \"basic protections.\" They also endorse the goals of preventing harassment, discrimination, and bullying for transgender/nonbinary/gender fluid students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","civil rights","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter rejects the policy’s approach to LGBTQ students, saying they \"should not be encouraged\" and that the policy \"will NOT protect LGBTQ children.\" Although they mention a preferred alternative, the overall message argues against the proposed guidance as written because it would worsen \"sexual confusion\" and mental health problems.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","locker rooms","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" which directly states the commenter’s position on the proposed transgender student policy. No supporting reasons are provided, but the stance is unambiguous.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.93,"stance_rationale":"The commenter uses dismissive, skeptical language about the proposed policies, asking whether officials are \"too dumb to follow the science\" or \"being cowed by political correctness.\" The final question, \"Have we thought through the ramifications of these policies?\" signals opposition or at least strong doubt about adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","political correctness","science","policy consequences"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is a terrible idea\" and \"I don’t agree with any of these proposed changes to school policy,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. Although they support anti-bullying and student safety measures, those are framed as alternatives to the proposal rather than support for it.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","bullying prevention","privacy","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"This is a wonderful policy, and I support it whole-heartedly.\" They also state that it \"will protect and help transgender students\" and \"without infringing on the rights of cis students,\" indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the policy \"will be very beneficial to trans students\" and is \"pleased that FCPS could have this in place for future students.\" They also frame it as helping students feel \"safe, welcome, and protected,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention","school climate","teacher guidance"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"Strongly Oppose the VDOE draft Transgender policy,\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. The repetition of the same phrase leaves no ambiguity about their position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says that \"Supporting policies like this\" worsens mental health and that they will seek \"an alternative school system\" rather than allow their children to be exposed to it. The comment frames the policy as \"sinful ideology\" and says it should not be part of the school system, indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["mental health","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly rejects the proposal, calling it \"outrageous, disgusting\" and asking, \"How dare the schools allow adolescent males into ladies' bathrooms?\" They argue the document \"empowers\" predators and says it will harm \"girls,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","student safety","privacy","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the VDOE model policy\" and endorses \"the protection of transgender and other nonbinary students.\" They also state these students deserve education \"free of harassment and discrimination,\" which clearly favors adoption of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","religious freedom"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly concludes, \"I am in support,\" and repeatedly argues that the policies are \"in the interests of justice to pursue.\" They praise the policies for treating transgender students with dignity, preventing discrimination, and promoting inclusion for all students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student dignity","bullying prevention","teacher burden"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly opposed to the DOE proposed transgender policy\" and states they will not send their child to a school that follows it. They object to privacy/confidentiality provisions and private conversations with the child \"without my consent,\" framing the policy as removing parental authority.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they \"strongly object\" to the proposal and explicitly calls it \"extreme and unacceptable.\" They argue it would interfere with \"parental rights,\" create \"privacy issues\" for bathrooms/locker rooms, and conflict with religious conscience, all of which indicate rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","religious freedom","bathroom access","dress codes"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The comment explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose!\" and repeats \"Strongly Oppose!\" with no qualifying language. This is a clear rejection of the proposed regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the measures outlined by this policy proposal\" and calls the protections \"long overdue.\" They also argue the schools should \"do all they can to support\" transgender students, indicating clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"we strongly oppose the VDOE implementing this transgender policy,\" which directly rejects adoption. They also argue that \"the government has no right\" to override parents and object to \"allowing both genders to use the same bathroom,\" indicating opposition to the policy's core provisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","bathroom access","student safety","transgender policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY AGREE\" and uses affirming language like \"TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS,\" indicating clear support for the proposed policies. The phrase \"EVERYBODY PEES\" appears to endorse inclusive bathroom access and related protections.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender rights","bathroom access","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I oppose the proposed Virginia public school model policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies should not be put in place. They describe the proposal as \"overreach,\" lacking \"common sense,\" and contrary to the purpose of schools, indicating clear rejection rather than support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","privacy","school facilities","school sports"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support!!\" twice, which clearly indicates approval of the proposed regulation. No contrary language or qualifications are present.","tone":"positive","tags":["support","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am opposed to this policy\" and states it \"should not be passed.\" They argue it is unrelated to academics, undermines women's rights, and will \"remove their title 9 sports,\" all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["women's rights","Title IX","school sports","parental rights","academic focus"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly opens with \"Oppose!\" and repeatedly argues the policy should be replaced or weakened, asking to \"create a policy\" that preserves privacy and parental control instead. They object to restroom/locker room access, call the policy \"unacceptable,\" and say it should not \"incorporate a few while disrespecting the majority.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","privacy","bathroom access","gender dysphoria","student safety"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"strongly support,\" which directly indicates approval of the regulation. The insult toward opponents does not change the clear pro-adoption stance.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support\" and repeatedly endorses the policy, e.g. \"We must treat transgender students with the same respect\" and \"Let's make it the official policy.\" The comment argues the guidance will help trans students feel safe and learn without hiding, which is clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bathroom access","bullying prevention","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Reject Model Policies\" and repeatedly argues the policies are harmful, politically motivated, and should not be used. They state the policies \"cause serious harm to children and undermine families\" and criticize the guidance as lacking evidence and expertise.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","mental health","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says the guidelines \"provide reasonable and lawful support for transgender students\" and urges that \"We should all support\" them. They also praise specific provisions like protecting personal information and fair, gender-neutral dress code enforcement.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","privacy","dress code","bullying prevention","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Support HB 145, SB 161\" and argues the legislation would help students feel \"accepted, and safe in the school environment.\" They frame the policy as reducing barriers and potentially \"save lives,\" which clearly supports adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school climate","mental health","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this policy\" and argues it is \"critical for kiddos to feel safe and welcome in school.\" They also endorse specific protections like using a student's \"correct pronouns and chosen name\" and say policies are needed to \"support and protect\" transgender students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","pronouns","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this guidance document\" and repeatedly argues that it will help transgender and non-binary students. They also urge adoption by describing it as a way to create a \"supportive environment\" and reduce harm to LGBTQ+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","anti-discrimination","supportive environment","mental health"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly oppose the VDOE draft transgender policy,\" which directly rejects adoption of the regulation. The additional phrase \"Stick to teaching the basics and stop indoctrinating the agenda du jour\" reinforces opposition to the policy's inclusion in schools.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policy","education curriculum","indoctrination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this\" and endorses the policy’s purpose of respectful treatment for all students. They also reference preventing \"bullying or harassment,\" which aligns with the regulation’s goals.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","bullying prevention","student safety","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support the policies that are being outlined here.\" They also endorse the underlying goals by praising \"acceptance and tolerance\" and teaching students to accept people \"regardless of who they are or who they love.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","acceptance","school climate","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"You all need to scrap these silly ideas and go back to the drawing board,\" which is a clear rejection of the proposed policies. They object to pronoun requirements and to allowing transgender students to use facilities and teams aligned with their gender identity, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["pronouns","school sports","bathroom access","locker rooms","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"We adamantly oppose\" the proposed policies and urges VDOE to \"drop the proposed transgender policies.\" They argue the policies violate parents' rights, undermine teacher authority, and create bathroom and pronoun concerns, all indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","teacher authority","bathroom access","pronouns","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" the model policies. The statement that \"The entire premise is false\" indicates rejection of the regulation rather than support or a neutral question.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter states plainly, \"I oppose the proposed Transgender Guidelines,\" which directly expresses rejection of the regulation. No qualifying language suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender policies","LGBTQ+ inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support this initiative\" and endorses the regulation as a way to \"foster a more inclusive environment for transgender students.\" This is a clear approval of adoption.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","inclusion"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I see every reason to support the inclusion of the Model Policies\" and the title states \"Strongly Support.\" They also frame the policies as protecting children from \"ridicule, unequal treatment or discrimination\" and advocating for LGBTQ+ students.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","anti-discrimination","student safety","bullying prevention","parental support"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote against this\" and argues the policy \"goes against scripture,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. They also characterize the policy as harmful, saying it leads to \"high depression and suicide rates\" and should be replaced with \"other ways\" to help children.","tone":"negative","tags":["religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student mental health","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly OPPOSE both of these actions in the state of VA,\" indicating clear rejection of the regulation. They also object to bathroom access and pronoun-related accommodations, calling them \"childish\" and \"a waste of time and money.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","pronoun usage","transgender students","parental rights","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Oppose\" and states the policy \"should not be policies in the school.\" They argue it \"goes against parental rights and also religious freedoms,\" indicating rejection of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose\" and asks, \"Please do not circumvent my parental rights.\" They object to educators and organizations \"push[ing] their own beliefs and values upon my children,\" indicating rejection of the proposed policies.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","education policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly support the development of a guidance document\" and repeats \"I support trans rights and trans accessibility to safe schools.\" This is clear approval of the regulation and its goals, not a question or neutral input.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","school inclusion"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly Disagree\" and argues that allowing students to decide their gender identity is \"not right and can be very harmful.\" They also claim the policy would be harmful to teens and society, indicating clear opposition to the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["gender identity","youth development","student safety","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says they \"whole-heartedly support the Model Policies\" and \"look forward to it being fully applied across all Virginia public schools.\" They also state they \"look forward to these model policies' adoption and implementation,\" indicating clear approval rather than a request for changes or opposition.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","equity","transgender youth"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Totally in support of this proposed guidance\" and praises it as \"fact based.\" They also state that it \"provides the basics to help develop a safe environment for all minds to flourish\" and \"does not infringe on anyone else,\" indicating clear approval.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","nondiscrimination","privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly against these guidelines\" and \"This must not happen,\" which clearly rejects adoption. They also argue the policies will \"destroy our young people\" and threaten privacy and parental authority, indicating opposition to the regulation as written.","tone":"negative","tags":["privacy","parental rights","student safety","religious freedom","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Strongly oppose\" and asks to \"Reject the Model Policies.\" They also state the policies are \"harmful to children\" and \"undermine the rights of parents and families,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","transgender students","school policy","student safety"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says, \"I strongly disagreed with trans people using alternate bathrooms,\" which clearly اعتراضs to a key part of the transgender student policies. This indicates they want the regulation weakened or rejected, at least regarding bathroom access.","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","transgender students","privacy","school facilities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.95,"stance_rationale":"The commenter says they are \"very concerned about the separation of parents from their children\" and objects to the absence of policies requiring parent notification when a student changes pronouns. This indicates opposition to the proposed guidance as written, especially its handling of parental involvement and student identity decisions.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","parent notification","mental health","pronouns","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"STRONGLY SUPPORT\" and \"I support transgender youth,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. The cited statistics about transgender students feeling unsafe at school are used to justify support for protections and supportive policies.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","bullying prevention"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote NO to this bill!\" and argues it would \"infringe on parents rights\" and \"create an unsafe environment for my kids,\" which clearly indicates opposition to adoption. The appeal to \"Virginia parents\" reinforces that they want the regulation rejected.","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","student safety","transgender students","public schools"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I STRONGLY ask that you oppose this bill and any others like it!\" They acknowledge transgender students should be \"cared for and protected,\" but argue the policy would create \"unintended consequences and dangers\" and \"compromis[e] the safety of others.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","transgender students","privacy","school policy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"Please vote NO to this bill,\" which is a direct rejection of the proposed regulation. The phrase \"think of children not politics\" reinforces opposition rather than support or a neutral inquiry.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","school policy","children"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I profoundly disagree with the policy writers\" and urges lawmakers to \"revisit these policies,\" indicating opposition to adoption. They argue the policies mandate affirmation, threaten \"free speech\" and \"freedom of religion,\" and ask why Virginia is trading away these values for the proposed rules.","tone":"negative","tags":["free speech","religious freedom","parental rights","LGBTQ+ inclusion","student privacy"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states, \"I strongly oppose this bill,\" which directly indicates opposition to adoption. No additional qualifications or support for amendments are provided.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


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


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the submission \"Opposed\" and says the policies \"do not have the best interest of children at heart.\" They ask leaders to \"come up with a better solution\" and object to the guidance as written, especially regarding restroom and locker room access.","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, \"I strongly support this guidance.\" They also criticize opposition based on \"religious freedom\" as an \"excuse to oppose this,\" indicating clear approval of the regulation.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","religious freedom","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.98,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"I Support\" and adds that \"All children should be protected and provided a safe environment for learning,\" which aligns with adopting the regulation. There is no language opposing or questioning the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","supportive learning environment","anti-bullying"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I support this bill\" and further endorses the policy as \"a needed step\" toward inclusion. The comment clearly favors adoption of the regulation as written.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","school climate","student safety","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY OPPOSE\" and argues the guidelines are \"enabling\" a \"disorder\" rather than helping children. They ask, \"why is it any different here,\" and say the policy is \"exacerbating a already toxic problem,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","LGBTQ+ inclusion","mental health","parental rights","science/biology"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says these policies are \"a model for psychological & emotional abuse of children\" and states that any policy requiring people to violate their beliefs \"must be vigorously opposed.\" They repeatedly argue the proposal should not be adopted, calling it an unconstitutional mandate and urging schools to \"let the parents do their job of parenting.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["parental rights","religious freedom","LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"fully support\" and expresses excitement about measures that would help transgender students. The statement that it would make it easier for \"others like me\" and help them avoid \"growing up hating themselves\" clearly endorses adoption of the policy.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student well-being","transgender students"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"STRONGLY SUPPORT!\" and urges that \"We need to support Trans individuals\" and \"protecting them with proper legislation.\" The comment clearly endorses the proposed policies, especially for \"Trans kids and teens.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student rights","protective legislation"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I am strongly against these new transgender policies\" and \"Strongly oppose.\" They argue the policies \"endanger female students\" and violate \"students' religious rights,\" indicating rejection of the regulation rather than support with changes.","tone":"negative","tags":["student safety","bathroom access","locker rooms","religious freedom","parental rights"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I do NOT approve of your proposed guidelines\" and calls the policies \"totally unworkable,\" indicating clear opposition to adoption. The language also asks to reject the guidance as \"radical theories\" and \"empirically false,\" reinforcing a strongly negative position.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","gender identity","school policy","indoctrination","sex and gender"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I strongly disagree with this\" and states they will not allow their child to be involved in public school if it is approved. The final line, \"stop this nonsense,\" indicates clear opposition to adopting the policy.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","parental rights","public schools","education priorities"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly DISAPPROVE!!!,\" 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 \"OPPOSE!!!!!\" and states \"There no place in schools for this nonsense,\" which clearly rejects the regulation. The remark that it \"will create more problems for our children\" further indicates opposition to adoption.","tone":"negative","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student safety","school policy"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I SUPPORT THIS PROPOSED LEGISLATION!!\" and repeatedly urges Virginia to \"protect, support, & affirm trans youth.\" The rest of the comment gives reasons for approval, describing the policy as \"life-saving\" and an \"important step\" toward a supportive environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","transgender students","student safety","bullying prevention","mental health"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"COMPLETELY SUPPORT\" and adds that \"Trans students deserve to live their life as their true self and be fully accepted by their community,\" which clearly endorses the regulation. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","nondiscrimination"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly states \"I STRONGLY OPPOSE!!\" which directly indicates rejection of the proposed regulation. No other text suggests support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":[]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"VEHEMENTLY OPPOSED\" and calls the policy \"nothing short of child abuse,\" which clearly rejects adoption of the regulation. There is no indication of support or neutrality.","tone":"negative","tags":["transgender students","child welfare","opposition"]}


{"stance":"oppose","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Strongly oppose!!\" and argues the policy is \"unnecessary and irresponsible.\" They object to transgender students' access to girls' bathrooms and sports, saying it will \"set back women's rights and privacy.\"","tone":"negative","tags":["bathroom access","school sports","privacy","women's rights","parental concerns"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says \"Completely Support\" and urges that \"All students need our support and respect including trans children.\" They also endorse the policy’s underlying purpose by saying to show that \"bigotry has no place in our society.\"","tone":"positive","tags":["LGBTQ+ inclusion","student support","anti-discrimination"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly says, \"I can not understate how strongly I support the passage of this bill\" and states it is \"vital that this bill be passed.\" The comment argues the policy is necessary to protect transgender and gender non-conforming students and to ensure a safe, secure, and comfortable educational environment.","tone":"positive","tags":["transgender students","student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","nondiscrimination","school climate"]}


{"stance":"support","stance_confidence":0.99,"stance_rationale":"The commenter explicitly labels the comment \"Support\" and states, \"All students deserve safe schools, regardless of gender identity,\" which aligns with approving the proposed transgender student policies. There is no indication of opposition or neutrality.","tone":"positive","tags":["student safety","LGBTQ+ inclusion","safe schools"]}