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Angelica Ross Shared How She Was a Victim of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” on Veterans Day

The actress, activist, and founder took to social media to point out the ongoing damage the military policy still inflicts.

This Veterans Day, Honor Trans Military: Lift the Ban

Former Air Force officer Barbara Satin has a wish for November 11.

Veterans Day appreciation

I followed in the footsteps of my grandfather, joined the U.S. military, and proudly served in Bosnia. Even with "don't ask, don't tell," we should take a moment to thank those who are serving.

LGBTQ People Share Stories in Celebration of Veterans Day

Veterans share struggles from the DADT era and in today's fight for trans rights.

WATCH: Honoring Trans Americans This Veterans Day

The TransMilitary documentary team reminds us that the lives of all U.S. veterans are valuable. Why, then, force trans service members to continue serving in silence?

WATCH: Veterans Day Video Spotlights DOMA Harms

"Same Skin" shows how federal law treats gay and straight service members differently, although they make the same sacrifice for the country.

92-Year-Old Trans Widow Wins Battle With SSA

The 92-year-old transgender World War II veteran received a Valentine's Day surprise in the form of a legal victory.

'Real Sports' Investigates if Homophobe Margaret Court's Tennis Legacy Is Safe

Veteran sportscaster Mary Carillo spent days with Court at her ministry in Australia, where she feeds the homeless and espouses the idea that homosexuality can be cured. 

Florida Business Displays Homophobic Slur on Sign Over Memorial Day Weekend

Its text includes an uncensored slur and an anti-Pride Month message.

Many LGBT Troops Don't Get Veterans Benefits

Veterans in Chicago are calling on the government to keep its promise to those who served, regardless of sexual orientation or discharge status.

The VA Must Do Right by Trans Veterans

In a shocking move, the VA recently declared it would not cover gender-confirmation surgery. Congressman Mike Quigley is not pleased.

Op-ed: Why LGBT Veterans Still Need Our Help

The official ban on gay service members might be over, but the battle for full equality is not.

California Becomes First State to Honor LGBTQ Veterans

A monument to LGBTQ vets now has official state recognition.

New York Grants State Benefits to LGBTQ Veterans

Rhode Island passed a similar law last week.

Arizona Gets Its First Clinic for Trans Veterans

The Transgender Treatment Team at Tucson's Southern Arizona Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care System is now open and ready to serve transgender veterans.

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