Transsexual prisoner sues for hormone therapy
Transsexual prisoner Lisa Barrett, born Christopher St. John, is suing prison officials for being forced to live as a man. Barrett took hormones before entering prison nine years ago but has not been allowed to seek further hormone therapy. A federal judge dismissed the case againt the prison workers as officials - but would allow a suit against the individuals themselves. Barrett, 28, is serving time for burglary and assault, but says the worst punishment is being forced to live as a man. "I've lived as a woman since I was 17," Barrett said. "I've cross-dressed since I was 12."
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