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DADT

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Even Post-DADT, Military May Get “License to Bully” LGB Servicemembers Because “Religious Freedom”

A newly introduced bill would protect the “speech and actions” associated with religious belief, which could mean less protection for those affected by the speech and action.

Vivian —

Jun 7, 2013

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feminism

politics + activism

The Future’s Not Here Yet: Neither Gay Rights Movement Nor Feminism Has “Succeeded”

“Do u think part of the reason gay rights has moved forward while women’s rights backwards is b/c gay rights includes men’s rights?”

Rachel —

Apr 9, 2013

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DOMA

news

Same-Sex Military Couples Will Now Receive (Some) Benefits

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has announced that the Pentagon will start providing some benefits to same-sex couples in the military. Bravo! Baby steps.

A.E. Osworth —

Feb 12, 2013

DADT

interview

sports

UFC’s Out Lesbian Fighter Liz Carmouche: The Autostraddle Interview

Badass former Marine and out athlete Liz Carmouche will be a part of history when she takes on Ronda Rousey in the UFC’s first women’s Mixed Martial Arts title fight…

Brittani —

Feb 6, 2013

DADT

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politics + activism

Gays Kicked Out of the Military Will Now Receive Full Separation Pay: Yes, It Took This Long

On January 7th it was announced under a legal settlement that military members who were discharged without full separation pay under DADT will now be fully compensated with the remainder…

Malaika —

Jan 11, 2013

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military

politics + activism

This Is A Chuck Hagel Post

Thirteen years ago, Chuck Hagel called an ambassador “aggressively gay.” Now, Hagel is Obama’s nomination for Secretary of Defense.

Hansen —

Jan 9, 2013

2012 Presidential Race

Daily Fix

politics + activism

Log Cabin Republicans Endorse Mitt Romney Because Who Needs Love When You’ve Got Money

A gay person said this: “as [Romney’s] record as Governor of Massachusetts suggests, will not waste his precious time in office with legislative attacks on LGBT Americans.”

Riese —

Oct 23, 2012

DADT

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