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The speaker says they have had a clear sense of identity for a long time, but growing up has been difficult. The final line suggests they have faced hurtful treatment and dehumanizing language from other people.
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Originally said in English.
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About Jazz Jennings
American media personality and LGBT rights activist, born 2000
Jazz Jennings is an American media personality and LGBT rights activist. One of the youngest publicly documented people to be identified as transgender, she was born in 2000 and came to national attention as a child. Jennings first drew broad notice in 2007, after an interview with Barbara Walters aired on 20/20. That appearance led to other prominent interviews and television appearances. She is known for speaking publicly about her identity and for helping bring a young transgender perspective into national conversation.
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