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Transgender cadets denied commissions because of loophole

Sunday, May 28, 2017

Even though the Pentagon lifted the ban on transgender service members last year, some transgender cadets are being told to leave the military.

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These 2 moves by the Trump administration will hurt LGBTQ Americans

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Under orders from Trump officials, the 2020 Census will exclude questions about sexual orientation and gender, basically erasing LGBTQ Americans.

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Defense nominee says he doesn’t care who ‘two consenting adults go to bed with’

Thursday, January 12, 2017

“If someone brings me a problem," James Mattis told Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, "I will look at it but I am not coming in looking for problems,”

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Defense bill stripped of provision that would have allowed discrimination

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

The amendment would have enabled religious organizations to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.

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LGBTQ rights are on the line in battle over defense spending bill

Friday, November 11, 2016

A fight looms over a provision that would let federal contractors fire employees in same-sex marriages.

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After Emmy nomination, what’s next for ‘TransMilitary?’

Sunday, August 7, 2016

The filmmakers need help to tell the bigger picture: how the military is leading the charge in society's acceptance.

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U.S. Navy to name a ship for Harvey Milk

Thursday, July 28, 2016

Before he became a gay rights advocate and icon, he was Lt. Harvey Milk, USN.

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Senate panel confirms 1st openly gay military service leader

Thursday, March 10, 2016

On Thursday, the Senate Armed Services Committee voted to approve the nomination of Eric Fanning as Army secretary.

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Defense Department adds sexual orientation to non-discrimination policy

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Defense Secretary Ashton Carter's announcement made no reference to transgender service members, who are still banned from serving openly.

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U.S. Army elevates authority requirement for dismissing transgender soldiers

Saturday, March 7, 2015

A spokeswoman emphasized the directive was not a change in policy toward transgender service members, who are still barred from serving in the military.

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