The UK presenting royalty Graham Norton left Twitter soon after Harry Potter writer J.K. Rowling criticized him over comments about transgender people made in a recent interview. The row began after singer-songwriter Billy Bragg commended Norton for his position on trans rights made at the Cheltenham Literature Festival. Rowling, who has often clashed with trans activists on social media, told Bragg he was “supporting rape and death threats” by backing Norton, who appeared to have actually said very little to spark the controversy. When questioned on Rowling’s position on trans rights, Norton said: “When I’m asked about it, I become a part of it. My voice adds nothing to that discussion and I’m sort of embarrassed that I’m somehow drawn into it. If people want to shine a light on those issues then talk to trans people. Talk to the parents of trans kids, talk to doctors, talk to scientists. Talk to someone who can illuminate it in some way.” However, in criticizing Bragg, Rowling wrote: “Enjoying the recent spate of bearded men stepping confidently onto their soapboxes to define what a woman is and throw their support behind rape and death threats. You may mock, but take real bravery to come out as an Old Testament prophet.” Neither Norton nor Bragg referenced rape or death threats in their statements #transrights
Talk Show Host Graham Norton Leaves Twitter After Argument With TERF JK Rowling
- Evyn Almanzar
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