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Who blamed Leelah's parents for her death?

  • Dan Savage

  • Ellen DeGeneres

  • Anderson Cooper

  • Rachel Maddow

Answer

Dan Savage, a sex columnist and LGBTQ+ activist, attributed Leelah's death to her parents' unsupportive attitude towards her gender identity. Savage argued that their rejection and lack of understanding contributed to Leelah's emotional distress and ultimately led to her suicide. This perspective places responsibility on the parents for failing to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their transgender child.
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