Domingo Soto: Because Freedom Isn't Dumb

IN THEIR BOOTS
We've come a long way in our attitudes in this country and the military is changing right along with us, albeit a little more haltingly. When I was in the service the military had a lot of prohibitions that were justified with old saws, things like long hair or women in combat zones. We'd point to the Israelis or the Dutch, but no matter, they were in charge and that was how it was. This is a post from Veterans For America, which means that not only is the military changing, maybe even the vet organizations are too.
There's a lot that people don't talk about regarding "Don't Ask, Don't Tell": If a gay servicemember is killed in action, his/her partner won't be notified; Partners of gays serving in the military have to be careful about writing "I Love You" on letters or cards sent to their partners; and can't say it on the phone. This episode of In Their Boots brings it all to light.
(BRAVE NEW FILMS, suggested by VETERANS FOR AMERICA)