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In fact, our Jewish legal texts mention at least six different genders. JCPA believes that we have an ethical and moral responsibility to fight for a society that ensures the humanity of all people, free from discrimination.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/rac.org\/press-room\/us-jewish-organizations-letter-house-representatives-opposing-anti-transgender-sports\">Click here<\/a> to read the full letter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>JCPA joined over 90 Jewish organization in a letter to the House of Representatives urging opposition to a bill that would ban transgender women and girls from participating in school sport team consistent with their gender. Judaism specifically recognizes the diversity of gender identity. 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