Chaz on DWTS

[Write14u]

Contrary to what Fox News' talking head, Dr. Albow, had to say, it really wasn't that hard to explain to kid. The one I explained it to is very accepting anyway, but definitely got that Chaz wanted to make his outside match how he felt inside. Simplified, sure, but isn't that the heart of it?
Heck, *I* am the one who had to make it more complicated, although the one thing he found confusing was that I am a masculine-appearing butch, so I tried to explain this step beyond, so to speak.

[Write14u]

And Corkey, I agree with you on how ratings-driven these type shows are. The more controversial they are, the more ratings they're going to have. People don't actually boycott the show. They want to see what the noise is all about, or they're determined not to let their person (Bristol Palin) be eliminated. Ratings = dollars.
And I fully believe Chaz knows exactly how all this stuff works. He's been around long enough.

[EnderD_503]

Originally Posted by nowandthen

I am heart sick, I agree that the backlash about Chaz Bono on DWTS is shameful, There is a big call for support, rightfully so, But where is the out cry for the three Trans-women killed in DC recently, Both media and community support need to step up. Where is the HRC on this or Ellen, yes I know the answer, but I am calling it out, life is life and we all need to be aware that there is a war of difference, especially when difference is radicalized or mark as immigrant?

Originally Posted by nowandthen

That is my point! who makes news and who does not.... You can google the info

Fucking exactly! This is part of what I was trying to say with my post earlier.

But to add to that, to me talking about Chaz as an "advocate" for trans rights really doesn't give me a good feeling at all. Even when Chrissy Polis was video-taped getting severely beaten in a McDonald's by two women, there was no outcry from people like Ellen or Chaz. When there are countless transwomen and transmen getting harassed on the street in broad daylight, beaten, raped and killed quite literally every day around the world, where are these "advocates" making the public aware of the consequences of transphobia?

I'm sorry but I don't see Chaz as an advocate. At best, he seems to be an advocate for mainstream LGBT rights, ignoring the plight of the more marginalized communities. I don't see going on a TV show as helping to improve the lives of some of the most marginalized people in western society...when those people are reduced to homelessness, forced into sex work, and denied proper housing, healthcare and employment. When in many places there isn't even basic workplace safety or policies against transphobia...or governments that take those policies seriously. When I think about transphobic remarks made by politicians, where are those advocates then? When there was a chance to add gender identity and expression to laws prohibiting discrimination? Where are these "advocates" conveying the ugly realities of transphobia to the mainstream public? Or perhaps transphobia toward a celebrity is the only type worth mentioning?

[MsTinkerbelly]

Did anyone see the Ellen show yesterday? Chaz was on to talk about the show, and as a suprise they had Cher join in by telephone. Talk about a Momma Bear defending her Cub!

Personally, I can't wait for the season to begin...love the show!

[AtLast]

Originally Posted by MsTinkerbelly

Did anyone see the Ellen show yesterday? Chaz was on to talk about the show, and as a suprise they had Cher join in by telephone. Talk about a Momma Bear defending her Cub!

Personally, I can't wait for the season to begin...love the show!

Yes, Cher has been tweeting quite a bit of late- back at the transphobic remarks that are all over Twitter about Chaz's participation on the show.n It is interesting, it appears (I don't really know this as I don't know either of them personally) that his transitioning has brought them to a much closer relationship. But, of course, I am basing this on the years of conflict between them that has on the media. But, it makes me feel good to believe they are doing better.

Although I completely understand Cher's not going to the show while Chaz performs due to her feelings that the media will frenzy around her during his performances, it is kind of sad. Parents at your plays, ballgames, chess competitions, etc. is part of the kid-parent thing. But, I know the news hounds and photographers would be all over her.