“Learning how to talk about trans people is not difficult, and doesn't require any specialist knowledge. Just as you would in any other situation, you have to reflect back on the words a person uses about themselves. Wanting to be referred to in an accurate and respectful way isn't a trans-specific thing, but a cornerstone of polite society. I don't call my Jewish friends Buddhist. It's the same with trans people. Use the right names, use the right pronouns, and don't fall for the line that we're too difficult for our own good.”