In a move that has stirred up controversy and sparked outrage among many Americans, former NBA superstar Dwyane Wade has announced his plans to launch an online community supporting transgender children called “Translatable.”
Wade, who played 16 seasons in the NBA and won three championships with the Miami Heat, made the announcement on social media this week, stating that he wants to create a safe space for transgender youth to connect with one another and receive support.
“I am excited to announce my newest venture and proud to introduce ‘Translatable,'” wrote Wade in his Instagram post. “This platform will provide a space for transgender children to connect with others like them and find resources and support.”
US actress Gabrielle Union (2L) and her husband, former professional basketball player Dwyane Wade, pose with daughters Zaya Wade (L) and Kaavia James Union Wade (2R) as they arrive for the “Cheaper by the Dozen” Disney premiere at the El Capitan theatre in Hollywood, California, March 16, 2022. (CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty Images)
The news has been met with mixed reactions from the public, particularly those who view this as another attempt by celebrities to push a left-wing agenda onto impressionable young minds.
Conservative commentator Candace Owens took to Twitter to express her disapproval of Wade’s new venture, writing: “Dwyane Wade is pushing a dangerous ideology that encourages young children to question their own gender identity. This is not progressive – it is child abuse.”
Others have also voiced their concerns about the impact of such a platform on children, with many arguing that it goes against traditional Christian values and threatens to undermine the family structure.
In an interview with Fox News, conservative radio host Mark Levin stated: “This is just another example of Hollywood elites trying to push their liberal agenda onto our children. Dwyane Wade should stick to what he knows best – basketball – and leave parenting to the parents.”
However, supporters of Wade’s new platform argue that this is a much-needed resource for transgender children who often face discrimination and struggle with their identity.
In a statement, Wade defended his decision to launch “Translatable,” stating: “I believe that all children deserve love, acceptance, and support regardless of their gender identity. This platform will provide a sense of community and belonging for transgender youth who often feel isolated and misunderstood.”
Wade’s announcement comes at a time when the issue of transgender rights has been at the forefront of national debates.
Several states have recently passed laws restricting access to gender-affirming healthcare for minors, which has sparked backlash from LGBTQ+ activists.
Zaya Wade, Kaavia James Wade, 2023 inductee Dwyane Wade, and Zaire Wade attend the 2023 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Induction at Symphony Hall on August 12, 2023, in Springfield, Massachusetts. (Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)
The former NBA star joins other celebrities such as Dolly Parton and Taylor Swift in publicly supporting the transgender community.
However, his stance on this issue has drawn criticism from many on the right who view it as an attack on traditional values.
As “Translatable” prepares for its launch in the coming weeks, the debate over whether this platform will do more harm than good continues among Americans.
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