In one of his first speeches after returning to office, U.S. President Donald Trump made waves with a bold declaration: there are only two genders.
The statement has reignited global debates over gender identity, with leaders, commentators, and activists weighing in. Among them is Bermudian pastor and biologist Dr. Maria Seaman, who has long voiced her stance on this issue.
Speaking exclusively to TNN, Dr. Seaman offered her perspective on the President’s statement, highlighting the intersection of science, culture, and faith.
“Leadership Shapes Culture”
Dr. Seaman began by contextualizing the cultural shift in recent years. “I want to preface my statement by saying I am a biologist. I taught science and biology for 20 years, so I take science seriously,” she said. “We can see how leadership broadcasts ideas that influence culture, shaping the ‘theme of the season.’ Over the past decade, America has promoted the idea of more than two genders, often backed by media, social platforms, and significant funding.”
Drawing on Bermuda’s close cultural ties to the United States, she noted, “We have a saying here: ‘When America sneezes, Bermuda catches a cold.’ In this case, Bermuda has caught pneumonia. The cultural confusion around gender has found its way here, and it’s troubling.”
Dr. Seaman commended President Trump for what she described as a return to truth. “There are only two genders—male and female. That’s how every person came into existence. It’s scientific, it’s biological, and it’s the truth. When we abandon truth, we risk compromising the future of our children and grandchildren.”
•Addressing Bermuda’s Youth
Dr. Seaman expressed deep concern about the impact of these cultural shifts on Bermuda’s youth. “Our young people are taking on behaviors and mindsets we’re not used to seeing,” she said. “Smoking, killing, suicide—these are symptoms of instability. Scientifically, anything unstable is an explosion waiting to happen, and that’s what we’re seeing in our community.”
She called for a return to foundational values, particularly respect for the church and its teachings. “We can’t go back in time, but we can reflect on what worked and use it to move forward. The solution isn’t money or materialism; it’s God. Bermuda’s youth need to understand that true strength doesn’t come from weapons or weed but from faith in the Creator.”
•A Call to Action
Dr. Seaman urged Bermudians to reject cultural influences that undermine their identity and values. “There is a group—a cluster of people—who don’t want Bermudians to be strong in the Lord. They’re invested in keeping us distracted, divided, and dependent. But the truth is, when you leave God, you leave your mind, your future, and your inheritance.”
She ended on a note of hope, encouraging Bermudians to reclaim their spiritual foundations. “This can be done. We can move forward. But it requires a return to truth and to God. When we decide to teach our children the values that build a strong and unified Bermuda, we can create a brighter future. Let’s go, Bermuda. Let’s do this—it can be done.”
Dr. Seaman plans to host a live discussion next week, focusing on the role of culture in shaping society and how faith can provide a path to stability and hope.
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