During a recent government meeting, community members voiced strong opposition to the new Title IX regulations, citing concerns over student safety and free speech. A representative from the TC Robertson District expressed that the regulations represent an \"abomination,\" arguing that they would allow biological males access to female facilities, thereby compromising the privacy and safety of students. This sentiment was echoed by Kim Poteet, chapter chair of Moms for Liberty in Buncombe County, who emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong public education system while opposing the new policies.

The discussions were sparked by a recent court ruling that granted an injunction against the new Title IX regulations, which would exempt schools attended by members of Moms for Liberty from these policies. Poteet and others articulated fears that the regulations could lead to forced speech and the imposition of gender ideology as fact, as well as concerns about the potential for secret transitions of minors without parental consent.

The meeting highlighted a growing divide in opinions regarding Title IX, with advocates for traditional educational values calling for a reconsideration of its implementation in local schools. The community members urged officials to prioritize the safety and rights of students in their decision-making processes.