JK Rowling, the creator of Harry Potter, is facing backlash from the left for her criticism of the U.K.’s Sutton United soccer team’s “first openly transgender” coach. The coach, Lucy Clark, was originally hailed as the league’s first transgender referee before being promoted to manager of Sutton United.
Rowling stirred controversy when she responded to a tweet about Clark becoming the team’s head coach by remarking on the changing demographics of football managers. Some accused her of comparing Clark to a straight white man, but Rowling clarified that she was not making comparisons, but stating a fact.
In defense of her position, Rowling pointed out that Lucy Clark is a married man with three children and is still married to his wife. Despite the criticism, Rowling found support from many who appreciated her perspective and wit.
Overall, Rowling’s stance on the issue sparked a debate about speaking the truth and garnered admiration from her supporters.
