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Target boycott petition soars to nearly 700,000 as retailer dodges questions about men in women’s restrooms

April 26, 2016

By Michael Foust, Christian Examiner

CHICAGO (Christian Examiner) — A petition calling for a boycott of Target because of its new transgender bathroom policy soared to nearly 700,000 signatures Tuesday morning, as the retailer continued to get pushback from customers who say the rule endangers women and children.

Under the new policy, people can use whichever restroom corresponds with the gender identity they choose.

Launched April 20, the American Family Association petition reads simply, “Target’s store policy endangers women and children by allowing men to frequent women’s facilities. Until Target makes the safety of women and children a priority, I will shop elsewhere.”

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