Newsom calls biological men in women’s sports ‘deeply unfair’ on governor’s new podcast

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk found common ground on the issue of biological men participating in women’s sports during a recent conversation on Newsom’s new podcast. Kirk expressed his concern about the unfairness of allowing biological men to compete against women in sports, citing a specific example of a transgender athlete winning a state championship in the long jump. Newsom agreed with Kirk, acknowledging that it is a matter of fairness and expressing his belief that such practices are deeply unfair.

During the discussion, Kirk pressed Newsom on whether he would take a stand against allowing men to compete in women’s sports. While Newsom did not directly address the specific incident mentioned by Kirk, he reiterated his belief that it is a fairness issue and emphasized the importance of treating all individuals with decency and respect. He also highlighted the mental health challenges faced by transgender individuals and stressed the need for compassion in addressing these issues.

The conversation also touched on the broader political implications of the issue, with Kirk urging Democrats to come up with better ideas if they want to appeal to younger voters. Newsom acknowledged that his party has been criticized for its handling of transgender issues and expressed a desire to address these concerns with compassion and fairness.

The discussion comes at a time when transgender athletes have been a topic of heated debate, both nationally and in California. While California has long had protections in place for transgender athletes, recent incidents have reignited the discussion around fairness and equality in sports. The conversation between Newsom and Kirk reflects the complexity of the issue and the need for thoughtful and compassionate dialogue.

Overall, the discussion between Newsom and Kirk highlights the importance of addressing transgender issues with sensitivity and fairness. It also underscores the need for a nuanced approach to the debate surrounding transgender athletes in sports. As the conversation continues, it is clear that finding common ground and working towards solutions that prioritize fairness and inclusivity will be key in moving forward.