Two former college athletes, Madison Kenyon and Lainey Armistead, are fighting to protect women’s sports by challenging state laws that allow transgender athletes to compete in women’s categories. They argue that these laws unfairly disadvantage biological females and undermine the hard work and dedication of women athletes.
California is poised to become the fifth state to ban legacy admissions at private colleges, following a new bill passed by the state legislature that would prohibit preferential treatment for applicants related to alumni, employees, or donors. The bill, inspired by the Supreme Court’s ban on race-based admissions, aims to create a fairer and more equitable college application process.
The inclusion of biologically male athletes in women’s competitions at the Olympics raises concerns about fairness and safety. Sharron Davies, a former Olympic swimmer, and others argue that allowing athletes with male chromosomes to compete against women threatens fair play and could potentially lead to serious injuries. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has faced criticism for relying on passport declarations rather than scientific testing, leaving a significant gap in ensuring a level playing field for female athletes.
The participation of two boxers with Differences of Sexual Development (DSD) at the Paris Olympics has reignited the debate on whether athletes with DSDs should compete in women’s events. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has defended its decision, citing compliance with eligibility rules, but athletes and governing bodies continue to grapple with fairness, safety, and inclusion in women’s sports.
Two states, Idaho and West Virginia, are appealing to the Supreme Court to uphold their laws protecting women’s sports from male competition. Female athletes argue that competing against males with biological advantages undermines fair competition and diminishes their achievements. The case highlights the ongoing debate surrounding transgender inclusion in sports and the potential impact on female athletes.
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are planning to face off in debates, with Biden demanding no audience and muted mics after allotted time. Biden initially dismissed the idea of debating Trump but has since changed his mind. Some speculate that the Biden campaign is setting a trap for Trump and could use future events to back out of the debates.
The Canadian government is proposing changes to the capital gains tax, which have sparked debate among experts and stakeholders. The change would increase the inclusion rate, the share of an individual’s capital gains that are subject to income tax rates, from 50% to 67% for gains of $250,000 or more. The government argues that the wealthiest Canadians should pay their fair share and that only a small proportion of Canadians (0.13%) would be affected by the change. Opponents, including tech executives and doctors, argue that the changes would discourage business investment, harm economic growth, and make it harder to recruit and retain skilled professionals. However, economists emphasize that the impact of these changes is difficult to quantify and may have both positive and negative effects. The government has learned from the controversy surrounding tax changes in 2017 and is taking a more explicit and purposeful approach to connecting the tax changes to new spending proposals.
Celebrity fitness trainer Jillian Michaels has weighed in on the debate surrounding trans athletes in women’s sports, saying that she believes fairness should be prioritized over inclusion. Michaels cited data showing that biological males have a significant physical advantage over biological females, even when accounting for cross-sex hormone therapy. Michaels also discussed the obesity crisis in the US, saying that it is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.
