by Ralph Polhamus, Hamilton
On April 15th 2025 the UK Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of a women is based on biological sex, decreeing terms like “women” and “sex” are conferred at birth, and not later as one’s so-called chosen “gender identity”. Recently, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) implemented a new policy that bans male athletes from competing in women’s sports events. The IOC’s decision is based on scientific evidence that male chromosomes provide performance advantages in sports that rely on strength, power, or endurance. Numerous American surveys across the political spectrum show that the vast majority of votes agree with these decisions. It is likely that the United States Supreme Court will soon validate these positions.
Any person running for political office in Montana who does not agree with these positions is unfit to hold office. It is clear that Montanans do not want males in women’s bathrooms or locker rooms. Before voting this year, one should examine carefully the candidate’s position on these issues, either by their past voting record(s) or stated position(s).
Kevin says
You are spot on Ralph. Voters should have some idea of the elected reps values. Governing with tax dollars should represent the majority. The assigned birth gender should not cost anyone a penny from the public dollar.
Gomez says
This is the hill that you want to die on? Now, with all of the real economic problems Montanans are facing? This is the issue that you feel is the most important? Strange.
Tonia says
This section is literally labeled ‘Opinion.’ Not ‘Top Three Issues Approved by Gomez.’
Tonia says
Good thing it’s an opinion section then. People tend to write about what matters to them, not what makes the top of someone else’s list.
Gomez says
Of course, and it is my opinion that of all of the issues that are actually affecting Montanans, this is not the one that I would want our leaders to focus their time and attention on, but you do you.