'The Contradictions Drive Me Crazy': JK Rowling Explains Why She Speaks Out on Transgenderism

Tré Goins-Phillips : Dec 15, 2022
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"...It isn't hate to speak the truth." -JK Rowling

[Faithwire.com] J.K. Rowling, the bestselling author of the "Harry Potter" series, says the "contradictions" of the modern-day sexual revolution drive her "crazy." (Screengrab image)

Speaking out on such a topic, though, can be significantly detrimental to one's livelihood. But Rowling sees herself as untouchable, in a way, and that's why she voices her concerns about transgenderism.

The 57-year-old novelist, who has argued sex is unchangeable, recently told Substack writer Suzanne Moore she speaks out because she is in "a phenomenally privileged position," referring to the fame and wealth she has accumulated over the years, insulating her from any significant damage.

"It's going to have to be, me, isn't it?" Rowling remembered thinking. "Because I will always be able to feed my kids, even if everyone boycotts my books for the rest of my life. That is a phenomenally privileged position to be in. I consider myself one of the most fortunate people on earth."

She continued, "All of us know, who've been in the eye of the storm, that attempts are still made to stop you. And what's so interesting is the main thrust of that attempt to silence is to put you into a state of fear."

Rowling, though, isn't backing away. She explained it's important for people in her position "who can afford to take the hit" to "stand up," even if it can come "at a cost."

"The only time I've ever made reference to being canceled," she admitted, "my book sales went up."

The famed author faced intense uproar after tweeted in June 2020, "If sex isn't real, there's no same-sex attraction. If sex isn't real, the lived reality of women globally is erased. I know and love trans people, but erasing the concept of sex removes the ability of many to meaningfully discuss their lives. It isn't hate to speak the truth"... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

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