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Title: Veteran Reveals Life As Transgender In Military
Post by: Shana A on February 04, 2011, 06:13:05 AM
Veteran Reveals Life As Transgender In Military
Military Regulations Consider A Gender Identity Issue A Mental Disorder

UPDATED: 10:55 pm PST February 3, 2011

http://www.10news.com/news/26737486/detail.html (http://www.10news.com/news/26737486/detail.html)

SAN DIEGO -- When the "don't ask, don't tell" policy is officially lifted, one group says they will be left behind to remain the closet.

Transgender military veterans, including some in San Diego, are calling for equality treatment and a chance to serve their country.

"I am really proud of my military service," said U.S. Navy veteran Autumn Sandeen.