A Georgia school district backtracked on its progressive bathroom policy after staff members said they received death threats.
A Georgia school district backtracked on its progressive transgender bathroom policy on Wednesday after staff members said they received death threats over the issue.
Pickens County cited"many serious safety concerns" in a statement on Wednesday when it announced its decision to roll back the pro-trans gender policy. "The district understands and acknowledges that it has the responsibility to protect its staff and students. However, the district has concerns that it may not be able to meet these increased demands," the statement said."We ask that all of our stakeholders exercise patience and discretion until these matters can be resolved."
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