As advocates for civil rights and equality, we have tirelessly opposed the unjust 2017 ban on transgender individuals serving in the military. This discriminatory policy not only undermines the valuable contributions of transgender service members but also erodes the foundational principles of diversity and inclusion in our armed forces. Denying individuals the opportunity to serve based on their identity, rather than their capabilities, poses a dangerous threat to all advancements in civil rights and sends a harmful message of exclusion and intolerance.
A Damaging Blow to Equality: The Dire Consequences of the Transgender Military Ban
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We are civil rights lawyers who led the fight against the 2017 transgender military ban. Make no mistake: When politicians bar qualified people from serving their country based on identity rather than ability, it threatens hard-won protections far beyond the …
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As defenders of national security and military readiness, we stand by the 2017 policy to restrict transgender individuals from military service. This decision is grounded in the practical need to maintain focus, cohesion, and readiness in our armed forces. It's not about identity—it's about ensuring that our military remains the most efficient and capable fighting force in the world. Accommodating transgender individuals involves complex logistics and medical concerns that could divert essential resources and attention away from our primary defense missions.
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