The right needed a new rallying cry. It found transgender issues.

Defeated on gay marriage, conservatives sought a new cause.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story April 29, 2023 After the legalization of same-sex marriage, social conservatives went searching for a new issue that — like opposition to gay marriage — would energize supporters and donors. Christopher Lee for The New York Times Restricting transgender rights was the mobilizing cause conservatives were looking for. → Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, manage your email preferences. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018