So, according to the AP clarity is key here, primarily because the word “they” has always served strictly as a plural pronoun. But, as newer, experimental gender-neutral pronouns like “xe” and “ze” haven’t yet gained popular adoption or garnered widespread awareness, “they” is acceptable, as long as it’s clear to whom the writer is referring. When possible, it makes sense to use the subject’s name for clarity purposes, although that can quickly become redundant.
Drivers, start your gender-inclusive pronouns.
I had a video visit with my doctor yesterday. Immediately after his name on the screen was “(he/him).” I thought to myself “WTH is that? Is that a software programming error?” Then it finally dawned on me that my clinic is fully woke. Grrrrr!!! I HATE this sh!t. We are flushing 4,000 years of highly developed civilization down the toilet.