A 2025 paper analyzes the myths surrounding trans folk and the ways these myths drive anti-trans policy. Assigned Media dives into this paper and its findings.

A trans alum of Northwestern University reflects on their capitulation to Trump.

Leading Off: Northwestern University reached an agreement with the Department of Education on Friday to restore federal funding which would remove virtually all protections for transgender students and faculty, all while publicly denying the betrayal.

Leading Off: Studies try to put a veneer of legitimacy on Cass’s political project. A powerful UK agency says bigotry based on appearance is A-OK. Top story lines for the week.