The Truth Behind the 41%

If you're a trans person on the internet or have looked at any trans creator's comment section, you've likely seen the phrase "join the 41%" a few times. But, what exactly does it mean and what is the truth behind it? ~ TIMESTAMPS ~ 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - The Actual Statistic 1:57 - What Contributes to This Number? 4:26 - How YOU Can Be an Ally 5:00 - Conclusion ~ SOURCES ~ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27380... https://www.newsweek.com/fact-check-t... https://glaad.org/understanding-anti-...   / is_the_41_statistic_real_if_so_what_is_the   https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.ed... https://www.stopbullying.gov/bullying... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gender_... ~~~ If you like hearing me yap, consider following my main channel. I don't post video essays there (anymore) but I sure don't ever shut up!!    / @professorbird   Full video essays collection (including those from main channel):    • Video Essays   I also have a Tumblr ask box if you want to more directly ask me any questions about this channel or my content: https://www.tumblr.com/new/ask/thecow... If you have an essay topic you'd like to suggest, fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/xsi8fiUhLHSzsC259 And, finally, for $1 a month, I do have a Patreon. There's no promised exclusive content on there, it's just to help out, but Patrons names will be displayed at the end of video essays   / fluffyenderpug