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Five Trans Service Members on the Glory and Agony of the US Military

These are stories of trans people who have served or are serving in the US military; their experiences range from the positive to the deeply traumatic and everywhere in between. 

By the team| July 31, 2017 | 17 Comments

Recruiting All Homos: Now That We’re Asking And Telling, I’m Enlisting

“Will I have to leave my boxer briefs at home in lieu of high-waisted, thin, cotton lady panties under my kick ass uniform during Basic Training?”

By Sara| August 6, 2013 | 72 Comments

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.

By Vivian| June 7, 2013 | 5 Comments

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 on February 23rd.

By Brittani| February 6, 2013 | 23 Comments

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 of their pay.

By Malaika| January 11, 2013 | 8 Comments

Navy Officer Actually Fired For Letting Anti-Gay Hazing Go On For Eight Months

In which there are actual consequences for the hazing and harassment of a gay sailor.

By Rachel| June 26, 2012 | 12 Comments

DADT Is Over, Inequality for Gays and Same-Sex Couples in the Military Isn’t

DADT’s being repealed doesn’t mean that same-sex couples will be treated equally on base or off.

By Rachel| May 18, 2012 | 14 Comments

Military “Investigates” Gay Pride Flag Raising in Afghanistan, Surely Has Something Better To Do

Because supporting gay pride is very much like burning the Koran, somehow?

By Jamie J. Hagen| April 5, 2012 | 38 Comments

Santorum, Fox News Add Women in the Military to List of Things They’re Wrong About

In which people are irrationally insulting to female servicemembers.

By Rachel| February 15, 2012 | 16 Comments

Yes: This Lesbian Navy Homecoming Kiss Is Just The Greatest Thing

Everyone should have a lesbian homecoming kiss this sweet.

By Whitney Pow| December 21, 2011 | 56 Comments

Republican Candidates Still Love to Hate The Gays, Have Nothing Else To Talk About

Look, we all were hoping this wasn’t true but it is: the Republican candidates for president are completely and totally obsessed with us, and it’s super awkward. They just won’t let the gay thing go. Ever. Seriously.

By Carmen| December 21, 2011 | 14 Comments

Bradley Manning’s Lawyers Argue That Being Gay Under DADT Was A Factor in WikiLeaks Involvement

Bradley Manning is being tried for leaking files to WikiLeaks after 19 months of imprisonment, and the military is arguing that his being gay is “irrelevant.”

By Rachel| December 19, 2011 | 15 Comments

In Which DOMA Is One Step Closer to Going The Way of DADT

“We are only asking for fair and equitable treatment as a recognized family.”

By Rachel| October 31, 2011 | 12 Comments

DADT Repeal, DOMA, and Gray Areas: It’s Still Not Easy Being Gay

This is what not-quite-equal looks like.

By Rachel| October 17, 2011 | 14 Comments

“The Rainbow Struggle” Brings Gay International News Home

Incredible things are happening in this world, gay things are happening in this world…

By Laura| October 5, 2011 | 7 Comments

What The DADT Repeal Looks Like: Marines Recruiting Gays In Tulsa

This is what a repeal of DADT looks like at a gay community center in Oklahoma.

By Rachel| September 22, 2011 | 15 Comments

DADT Hits the Road and So Many Glorious Gay Soldiers Emerge!

The big day is finally here and we’re one step closer to equality!

By Laura| September 20, 2011 | 23 Comments

The Last Days of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Are Finally Here

On Tuesday, DADT will be over forever.

By Rachel| September 18, 2011 | 29 Comments

I Bet You Were Wondering What’s New With DADT

The reader’s digest version: People in charge: “Hunky dory,” Gay lady: “Swimmingly,” Gay guy: “Ehh, pretty good,” Republicans: “Danger Will Robinson!,” Gay soldiers’ organizations: “Please sir, I want some more.”

By Laura| August 16, 2011 | 15 Comments

Don’t Ask Don’t Tell Will Really, Truly, Absolutely, Forever & Ever End In September

What a long, strange, monumentally confusing trip it’s been.

By Riese| July 22, 2011 | 21 Comments

Court Appeals Injunction Of DADT and The Painted Pony Goes Up and Down

Don’t Ask Don’t Tell was over but then a court appeal made it not over anymore, and everyone is asking why but no one is telling.

By Rachel| July 17, 2011 | 3 Comments
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