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Seattle Storm’s Stefanie Dolson Stands Up for Trans Rights as Sophie Cunningham Rally Flops
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· July 29, 2026
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Key takeaway The event was held before a Seattle Storm game against the Indiana Fever.
A planned rally outside the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle did not draw a large crowd. The event was held before a Seattle Storm game against the Indiana Fever. The rally was intended to show support for Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham, who recently made comments about trans issues.
It also aimed to promote legislation that would affect trans girls' participation in school sports in Washington state. Further details about the rally and the surrounding controversy are available from local news sources, including a video posted on Instagram by The Burner and a report from ESPN.
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Category: rights Published: July 29, 2026 Source: them. Reading time: 1 min
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