In an effort to make the world a more accepting place for “menstruators,” the United States Department of Labor (DOL) has declared a national holiday in honor of menstruation hygiene.
The DOL released a blog post on X that discussed Menstrual Hygiene Day and offered five suggestions for how companies may create a “menstruation-friendly” environment for their employees.
“In observance of Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Women’s Bureau is working to dispel the myths and prejudices that have kept menstruation a secret in the workplace,” stated the DOL’s blog post. “Despite the fact that menstruation affects half of our population, it has gone unnoticed in the workplace, possibly due to the stigma associated with discussing such a private matter.”
Managing “premenstrual syndrome,” “unexpected or excessive bleeding,” or “pain from cramps, headaches, or migraines while at work” are all consequences of menstruation, which the DOL characterized as a “loss of understanding” due to the taboo nature of the topic.
People were quick to point out that the DOL should have used the term “menstruators” instead of “women” in their response.
“Does Biden often refer to women as “menstruators”?” “That is really creepy,” commented Washington Examiner columnist Tim Carney on X.
“Pro-Tip: Only women menstruate,” stated Townhall contributor Derek Hunter. “Do not hesitate to see the hospital if you experience penile bleeding on a monthly or even an annual basis. I am happy to help.
As Sen. Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) communications director Abigail Jackson put it, “I believe the term they are looking for is ‘women.’”
A month after the Department of Education under the Biden administration revised the Federal Title IX regulations, removing most of the provisions established by former President Trump, the DOL has announced Menstrual Hygiene Day.
The new Title IX regulations define sexual discrimination as bias against an individual because of their gender or sexual orientation. The practice of sex segregation in schools is likewise illegal.
The Biden administration rescheduled the term “birthing people” from “mother” in the White House’s budget request for the 2022 fiscal year to 2021, according to Newsweek.
