Trans girls/biological males competing against females

I'm hoping USMS follows the example of other sports organizations and disallows biological males who are trans females to compete against biological females.  The question of fairness/unfairness is so obvious that this topic shouldn't even need discussion, but unfortunately some of us are so blinded by the sacrosanct idea of "inclusion" that we've allowed this ridiculous idea to take hold.  Please take a fair stand on this issue.  Mike Sherrill

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  • Yikes, this is what happens when one clicks a link out of idle curiosity.

    What is truly at stake here? Does someone else’s performance change your time? Does the color of a medal really change your self-worth?

    ”Level playing field” is a total myth. Swim against the clock using competition to spur your efforts. Enjoy a beer together after. That’s masters at its best.

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  • Yikes, this is what happens when one clicks a link out of idle curiosity.

    What is truly at stake here? Does someone else’s performance change your time? Does the color of a medal really change your self-worth?

    ”Level playing field” is a total myth. Swim against the clock using competition to spur your efforts. Enjoy a beer together after. That’s masters at its best.

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