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Black Gender-Critical Women Speak: Honoring the Impact of Genevieve Gluck

By TSR

Brooklyn, NY - DISCLAIMER: This article is not being written to gain favor with Genevieve Gluck or to seek recognition of any kind. If being born, raised, and now in New York has taught me anything, it’s that recognition is often fleeting and ultimately insignificant in the larger context of life. Frankly, no one gives a shit—that’s just the reality. Moreover, I’m well aware of the dynamics within many feminist circles, which often resemble entrenched hierarchies rife with gossip and, quite frequently, a strong undercurrent of hostility toward women who either don’t donate every cent to the latest cause or whose histories don’t align with earning an idealized gold star of approval. Dictating whom women should or shouldn’t listen to is not my aim. My purpose is straightforward: to give credit where it’s due, and that is it. Genevieve Gluck has dedicated an extraordinary amount of effort to her work, and I firmly believe her contributions deserve far more recognition than they currently receive. I’m not asking any woman for anything—I’m fully employed and built my site entirely with my own resources. I simply want to take this opportunity to honor Genevieve Gluck and her extraordinary work.

With that out of the way, I vividly remember the first time I heard of Genevieve Gluck. I was watching a documentary by "Skirts Go Spinny," in which the director mentioned that much of the film's content was based on Genevieve Gluck's work. Intrigued, I immediately looked her up and shared the video with my mom and sister. They, like me, had reservations about gender ideology but often avoided discussing it openly to sidestep potential conflicts—a reality of living in New York, where conversations about such topics can be fraught. In New York City, men in dresses hold significant influence, and many women are acutely aware of the risks involved in speaking out on certain topics. The threat of violence is real, and women here understand that trans-identified men are not to be challenged lightly. They are often aggressive and angry, with the city's full backing to act as they please. However, when we heard Gluck speak, everything we had been quietly pondering suddenly clicked into place. 

The realization came effortlessly for all of us. Suddenly, everything became clear, and we were able to piece together the chaos unfolding across New York City. My mother, for instance, now avoids using women’s restrooms in public after encountering more trans-identified men in them than actual women. We were deeply impacted, yet we had to stay silent.

As women of color, we were expected to uncritically support trans ideology because we were told that their experiences as men trying to be accepted as women were equivalent to our experiences as Black women. My mother, sister, and I disagreed, but we couldn’t voice our dissent, knowing that other Black women in New York who had embraced this narrative would attack us and accuse us of being worse than white supremacists for not accepting trans-identified males. After hearing Gluck, however, everything changed. Her work is what we’d describe as “rigorous,” and here are some highlights that deserve far more recognition.

Gluck’s writing is distinguished by its depth and rigor. She combines detailed research with a nuanced understanding of cultural dynamics, drawing on evidence from various sources, including academic studies, historical contexts, and first-hand accounts. This approach lends her arguments a credibility that few can match, making her insights valuable to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of gender issues in modern society. Her ability to present complex ideas in an accessible manner further amplifies the impact of her work. By breaking down intricate connections into digestible narratives, Gluck ensures that her findings resonate with a broad audience, from academics to concerned citizens.

Genevieve Gluck’s investigative work has also been instrumental in exposing the practices and affiliations of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH). Her reporting has brought to light how WPATH's guidelines, which heavily influence policies on gender-affirming care worldwide, are shaped by questionable motives and insufficient scientific scrutiny. Gluck has documented the organization’s ties to activist-driven ideologies and its reliance on data that often fails to account for the long-term well-being of patients. By uncovering these issues, she has sparked crucial conversations about the ethical and medical implications of WPATH’s recommendations.
Genevieve Gluck has not shied away from examining topics that many consider taboo. Her work sheds light on how fetish-driven subcultures, like the "sissy porn" industry, intersect with the broader transgender movement. While these connections may seem unrelated to the untrained observer, Gluck has meticulously documented patterns, themes, and influences that suggest otherwise.
"Sissy porn," a niche but influential genre, fetishizes the feminization of men and reinforces hypersexualized stereotypes of women. Gluck’s investigations reveal how these depictions, far from being harmless fantasies, often serve as a cultural underpinning for certain narratives within the transgender movement. Her analysis connects dots that challenge mainstream assumptions, exposing how media and pornography shape societal perceptions of gender. 

Addressing these topics requires immense courage. Gluck operates in a highly polarized environment where dissenting opinions on transgender ideology often invite backlash. Nonetheless, she remains undeterred, driven by a commitment to uncovering truth and sparking meaningful dialogue. Her work is a testament to the importance of investigative journalism in holding cultural movements accountable and ensuring that their implications are thoroughly scrutinized. 

As debates on gender identity and its societal implications continue to evolve, it is imperative to support voices like Genevieve Gluck. Her work not only illuminates hidden aspects of these discussions but also serves as a call to critically examine the cultural forces shaping our perceptions of sex. By amplifying her contributions, we can foster a more honest and inclusive dialogue that prioritizes truth and understanding over ideological conformity.
Genevieve Gluck’s fearless pursuit of truth deserves not only recognition but also our unwavering support.