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He didn't "see that different ideals and viewpoints weren't evil". His own child was affected so it was him that was affected.
He never thought or cared about others outside his own family. That's why we aren't congratulating him. He still hasn't demonstrated any empathy for others.
In this case he changed his viewpoints for very selfish reasons, 100% agree. The point I'm trying to make is someone like this typically doesn't exist in a vacuum. There's an entire support group to reinforce and validate the bigotry and ignorance of their beliefs. Even if it's for selfish reasons, changing a viewpoint like this can be a catalyst for even bigger change and personal growth down the line, and it doesn't happen overnight. Also it's not entirely selfish, many fathers would have disowned their daughter when they came out as trans and remained as close minded bigots. This sort of change should be celebrated.
Refraining from being an asshole doesn't make someone a good person. It's the bare minimum for being a normal non-hateful person. It's good for his personal journey and his family, but I don't have to fete and applaud him.
Well, growing up around the people I did, seeing any amount of change in someone like this gives me hope. And he's doing much more than "not being an asshole". Please at least read the article.
Yeah, yeah. He's an "advocate for change" or something. But only for things that affect him. What are his opinions on whether the 2020 election was "stolen", or God forbid his opinions on black people?
I don't know, it wasn't stated in the article. Do you actually know the answers to these questions or are you jumping to conclusions that fit your own personal bias?