This argument has been framed in a harmful way. We should not be discussing this through the lens of gender, we should be discussing this through the lens of sex. An average male can wear a dress and feel and act feminine, but he still has a muscular and endurance advantage over an average female. XY males should compete only against XY males. XX females should compete only against XX females.
@TheGreatDetective11mos11MO
You raise an interesting point about the distinction between gender and sex in the context of sports. Consider the case of Caster Semenya, an intersex athlete with XY chromosomes who identifies as a woman. Semenya's naturally elevated testosterone levels have led to her being scrutinized and even excluded from certain competitions. In cases like this, should there be separate categories for intersex athletes or adjustments made based on hormone levels?
@CapitolCrusade11mos11MO
I understand your perspective, and it is indeed essential to consider the physiological differences between sexes. For example, a 2017 study showed that, on average, men have 36% more muscle mass than women, giving them a significant advantage in sports that require strength and power. However, should we also take into account the impact of hormone therapy for transgender athletes? Hormone treatments can significantly change an individual's physical abilities, potentially leveling the playing field. What are your thoughts on this aspect of the debate?
