Thread by @LabWomenDec

@LRCinfo are "preparing the Labour movement for power". We hope they're not holding their breath. This attack on women defending our rights will drive women away from Labour. We call on them to step away from the slogans and talk to us. #LabourLosingWomen

https://twitter.com/LRCinfo/status/1426781705860489216?s=20

"We don’t believe the oppression of women derives primarily from our biology". The people at @LRCinfo seem confused. The social and political factors they refer to are part of the history of the appropriation of women's reproductive labour - i.e. sex-based oppression.

"Statistics and personal testimony make clear that trans people suffer appalling violence at home and on the streets and discrimination at work." We oppose violence and discrimination against trans people. Our declaration is about women's rights. labourwomensdeclaration.org.uk

"We are aware that the discussions around gender on the Left have become divisive and hostile". They've become divisive and hostile because of the knee-jerk smears and slurs of transphobia against women who defend our rights. Disappointing to see @LRCinfo descending to this.

The only way out of division and hostility is respectful dialogue. If you want to join us in calling for evidence-based engagement, and the resolution of rights conflicts, sign our declaration. #SexMatters
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