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  • The LGBT Pride Flag first flew in 1978 during the San Francisco gay freedom day parade, and reflects the diversity of the LGBT community. After the repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell” in 2010, the Department of Defense welcomes LGBT members to serve openly with full honor, integrity and respect. Today, Pride Month is recognized throughout the month of June and celebrates the struggles, sacrifices and success endured to achieve the equality the LGBT community relishes in. (Courtesy Photo)

    DOD LGBT equality enriches military life

    We are targets; we are victims—but most of all, we are fighters and we are believers. Throughout my life, I have always struggled with my sexual orientation and how to accept it. Joining the military made it seem even more difficult, but I yearned to serve my country just like millions before me.Very soon after “don’t ask, don’t tell” was
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