Army reserve officer Tammy Smith calls her recent promotion to brigadier general exciting and humbling, saying it gives her a chance to be a leader in advancing Army values and excellence.
19:27 August 11, 2012
When Capt. Matthew Phelps took command of a company at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island last July, he knew he would be fired if anyone found out he was gay. Less than a year later, with “don’t ask, don’t tell” fading into memory, Phelps was invited to a reception at the White House.
11:10 June 27, 2012
U.S. embassies around the world are hosting events this month to honor the struggles and contributions of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender community.
08:24 June 5, 2012
Gay students at America's military service academies are wrapping up the first year when they no longer had to hide their sexual orientation, benefiting from the end of the "don't ask, don't tell" policy that used to bar them from seemingly ordinary activities like taking their partners openly to graduation events.
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As President Obama told the new Air Force Academy graduates they were entering the finest Air Force in the world, openly gay cadets were among the listeners for the first time since the repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell.”
02:33 May 24, 2012
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Gays may enroll at the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) but risk a reprimand from a school proud of its “macho” tradition if they display effeminate behavior. In any case, officials say, gay cadets eventually leave the course because they cannot stand the rigors of training.
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Though senior military officials have marveled at the ease of transition following the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," they acknowledge it has exposed some inequalities between spousal benefits for heterosexual US troops and those for homosexual troops who are also in legal partnerships.
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Gay rights conference shifts focus to military families, benefits
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What does Obama's support for gay marriage mean for the military?
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Summit celebrates gains, focuses on work still ahead for gay troops
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Gay troops continue the fight for benefits
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8 servicemembers file lawsuit seeking benefits for same-sex spouses
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Leaders challenge gay troops to come out, be role models
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DADT repeal means relief, recognition for same-sex partners
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Bad economy, 'good' recruiting might hinder gays' re-enlistment efforts
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An outspoken anti-DADT activist reveals his identity
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On eve of DADT repeal, it's business as usual for military
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Days before DADT repeal, lawmakers ask DOD for a delay
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End of DADT means decision time for gay troops
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Gay military magazine to land at Army, AF bases
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Rights group pushes for same-sex military benefits
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Certification sets stage for openly gay troops to serve
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Despite repeal, same-sex military couples will see few benefits
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Gay officer, companion look forward to repeal of 'don't ask'
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Court ruling blocks enforcement of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’
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Officials: Gates unlikely to certify DADT repeal before leaving office
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Air Force: Airman dismissed under DADT outed himself, asked for separation