Mirroring trends across the country, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base has reported a smooth transition during the first year since the repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell,” the 1993 law that banned gays and lesbians from serving openly in the military.
11:01 September 22, 2012
They are images Americans had never seen before. Jubilant young men and women in military uniforms marching beneath a rainbow flag in a gay-pride parade. Soldiers and sailors returning from deployment and, in time-honored tradition, embracing their beloved - only this time with same-sex kisses.
14:00 September 16, 2012
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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
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How did the Pentagon make its decision to allow servicemembers to wear uniforms while marching last week in a San Diego gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender pride parade, and is Sen. James Inhofe right when he says the Pentagon, under pressure from the Obama administration to advance its social agenda, made a special exception for the LGBT cause?
15:24 July 26, 2012
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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
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US troops take part in LGBT Pride Month reception at US Embassy in Tokyo
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Gay students graduate openly at military academies
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Post DADT repeal, openly gay among AF Academy graduates
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Philippine military academy now opens to gays
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DOD celebrates gay pride month, but are things equal?
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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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