Politicians Divert Attention Using Transgender Issues: LA Times/NORC Poll

A recent poll shows that a majority of Americans believe politicians use transgender issues to distract from important political matters, as reported by Breitbart.

According to a poll conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago for the Los Angeles Times and funded by The California Endowment, 77% of Americans believe politicians are using transgender issues as distractions.

The poll did not specify whether Americans attribute this tactic more to Republican or Democrat politicians. However, it did explore public opinion on the broader focus on transgender issues, revealing that 16% view it as beneficial, 40% as detrimental, and 42% as neutral for society.

President Joe Biden has expressed support for transgender individuals, as seen in his message on Transgender Day of Visibility.

Democrats are increasingly portraying transgender individuals as victims to elicit conservative pushback, while former President Donald Trump downplayed the issue during his term, according to Breitbart.

The majority of Americans prefer clear distinctions between male and female sexes and believe media and political coverage favor transgender claims. Additionally, the poll revealed varying political affiliations among sexual minorities.

The poll, conducted in January 2024, surveyed 1,624 adults, including an oversample of California residents and LGBTQ+ adults. The margin of error is plus or minus 3.8 percentage points for all adults.