Wiki defines Transgender a catchall term for persons whose body is physically one single s*x but the gender they have (the mind) may not match the physical s*x or the mind may be in-between sexes {Have some aspects of both feminine and male roles.} Some transgender persons go on to have surgery to correct the difference between mind and body, but others are able to go without changes and either dress or act in the socially assigned role differently from the body's s*x. Those who are preparing for surgery are called transsexuals, those who have had the surgery, women or men.
The objective of the Miss Universe Pageant organizers for the rule change was to promote equality among transgenders and women.
The advocacy was led by Vancouver resident, Talackova, who underwent genital change 4 years ago after being born male. His/her case is being reviewed in the Miss Universe Organization, after he/she was disqualified from competing in the Miss Universe Canada contest next month.
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Talackova showing his/her passport to the press (source: yahoo!)
Talackova's Canadian passport, identifying him/her as F (female).
What makes a woman, then? Is it the genitalia? Passion, feeling? Identification? Who sets the rules? With Philippines also dubbed as the "gay capital of the world", what are the implications of this news? What do you think of the Miss Universe's new ruling? What are your thoughts on this, dear iSTORYAns? Let's talk (Mag iSTORYA ta!)
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