The British government publicly issued its support of the acclaimed author of the "Harry Potter" series. Rowling, who is recognized for her gender-critical views, challenged the law through social media by stating that several transgender women are men. Her challenge coincided with the day the law went into effect.
Rowling’s critique involved name-dropping 10 biological men pretending to be women, including individuals convicted of serious crimes. The individuals she listed included a convicted rapist, sex abusers and high-profile activists.
She provocatively anticipated arrest under the new law’s provisions – which includes "stirring up hatred" on grounds including transgender identity – highlighting the tension between legal definitions and biological sex discourse.
"I hope every woman in Scotland who wishes to speak up for the reality and importance of biological sex will be reassured by this announcement, and I trust that all women – irrespective of profile or financial means – will be treated equally under the law," the author posted on X.
"Freedom of speech and belief are at an end in Scotland if the
accurate description of biological sex is deemed criminal. I'm currently
out of the country, but if what I've written here qualifies as an
offense under the terms of the new act, I look forward to being arrested
when I return to the birthplace of the Scottish Enlightenment."...<<<Read More>>>...
