In a bold move against the Biden administration’s new interpretation of Title IX, Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders (R) is ordering her state to prioritize state law, effectively prohibiting men from competing in women’s sports. In an executive order to be unveiled on Thursday afternoon, Sanders slams the administration’s “plainly ridiculous change,” accusing them of advancing a “radical gender ideology against women and girls.” The new federal regulations, scheduled to take effect in August, overturn state law and the established understanding of biological sex in favor of a more fluid definition.
With the safety and equal opportunities of female athletes in mind, Sanders’ order mandates that Arkansas public schools not force students to share showers or undress with members of the opposite sex. It emphasizes the need to celebrate, not erase, the inherent differences between men and women. Furthermore, the order prohibits the use of “false pronouns” for both students and public school employees, invoking the First Amendment right to refuse to speak a lie.
Arkansas’ steadfast stand against the Biden administration’s reinterpretation of Title IX comes as at least nine states have filed lawsuits challenging the new regulations. Sanders’ executive order serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of state sovereignty and the protection of individual rights.
In conclusion, the battle for women’s rights and privacy in the age of progressive gender ideology is far from over. Arkansas’ bold stance against the Biden administration’s “facially absurd redefinition of sex” highlights the need for federal regulation to respect the unique and essential characteristics of each sex. It is a powerful call for the preservation of the rights, safety, and best interests of all students, grounded in science and reality, rather than political ideology.
