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flag A federal appeals court ruled Ohio schools can't force students to use specific pronouns, citing First Amendment free speech rights.

flag A federal appeals court ruled that an Ohio school district’s policy requiring students to use pronouns based on biological sex violates the First Amendment, stating it compels speech and infringes on free expression. flag The Sixth Circuit’s 10-7 decision reversed a lower court, finding no evidence the policy disrupted school operations or constituted harassment. flag While affirming schools can still enforce anti-bullying rules to protect transgender and nonbinary students, the court emphasized that districts cannot force individuals to use preferred pronouns. flag Dissenting judges argued schools must maintain respectful environments and prevent harassment. flag The ruling highlights ongoing legal and societal tensions over gender identity and free speech in public education.

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