Do transsexuals reinforce gender roles?

[The Mad Monk]

Why do transsexuals insist on reinforcing gender roles? Calling somebody a man or woman is simply describing them based on physical attributes. It's not like a girl who's good at math is actually a boy in need of a sex change.

Interesting question. To put it a bit more gently:

Beyond simply having a different sexual preference or taking on "non-traditional" roles, transsexuals believe they require a physical change to take on the role they want. Does this constitute an acceptance of gender roles?

[Felch]

I agree with that genius quoted in the OP, and would like to subscribe to his newsletter.

[notyoueither]

Why do transsexuals insist on reinforcing gender roles?

Probably because they have no problem with gender roles, but they do not feel comfortable in the gender they were born as. I believe the term is gender dysphoria.

There are also individuals whose gender is ambiguous at birth where parents and doctors make life altering decisions which the individuals later want to reverse.

For people who rebel against gender roles look to queers.

[ZEE]

I cKant believe I found this Shakespearean masterpiece of a thrade, and am stunned we are not on page 10!

[giblets]

I cKant believe I found this Shakespearean masterpiece of a thrade, and am stunned we are not on page 10!

Sadly I've used up my thank for the day and can't give this useful post the recognition it deserves.