Quote Originally Posted by Alexia Elliot View Post
So, I put forth this question: can anyone prove that Crossdressing isn't a predecessor to transgenderism and a valid ingredient in Transgenderism since inception?
First, I think you're confusing the term "transgender" with "transsexual". As others have stated, transgender is an umbrella term for anyone that crosses the gender divide.

To answer your question, I'd look at available statistics. How many TGs go on to live full time (or near FT), or take hormones, or wish to transition? Few, in comparison to the TG community as a whole. And this doesn't make those who've achieved inner gender balance, fetichists.