Cati Connell

The US military has done an about-face on gender and sexuality policy over the last decade, ending Don't Ask, Don't Tell, restrictions on women in combat, and transgender exclusion. Contrary to expectations, service members have largely welcomed LGB inclusion—yet they continue to vociferously resist trans inclusion and the presence of women on the front lines. In the minds of many,...

The US military has done an about-face on gender and sexuality policy over the last decade, ending Don't Ask, Don't Tell, restrictions on women in combat, and transgender exclusion. Contrary to expectations, servicemembers have largely welcomed LGB inclusion—yet they continue to vociferously resist trans inclusion and the presence of women on the front lines. In the minds of many, the...