Gender identity should take precedence over biological sex

Political battles over cultural and social issues in the United States.

Legal and political struggles over equal protection and freedom from discrimination in the United States, covering race, gender, disability, religion and LGBTQ+ rights. Concerns whether the state treats people equally, which is what separates the field from civil liberties and its limits on state power.

Debate and legislation over how American government and public institutions treat gender identity, gender-affirming care and the rights of transgender people. Contested mainly at state level and in the courts, across schools, sports, healthcare access and the wording of identity documents.