In a decision sparking controversy, Massachusetts’ first openly nonbinary lawmaker, Worcester City Councilor Thu Nguyen, announced a month-long hiatus from public duties, citing the impact of being misgendered by colleagues. Nguyen claimed the incidents have taken a toll on their mental health, prompting a temporary withdrawal from their elected responsibilities.
In a statement released to the public, Nguyen emphasized their broader advocacy for inclusion, saying, “We deserve a government that is welcoming, embraces and takes pride in our LGBTQ+ community. As the first nonbinary elected in Massachusetts, I have always said for me it’s not just about identity politics. Making history as the first is one thing, what you do with it is another.”
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Allegations of Transphobia on the Council
Nguyen’s concerns center on alleged transphobia within the Worcester City Council. According to Nguyen, Mayor Joseph Petty and Councilor-at-Large Kathleen Toomey publicly misgendered them on the council floor. Additionally, District 2 Councilor Candy Mero-Carlson has been accused of referring to Nguyen as “it,” a claim Mero-Carlson has denied.
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