Gender Discrimination In The Military

Previously, there was a ban that stated transgender people could not serve in the United States military. On Thursday June 30, 2016, the Pentagon announced that they intend to do away with the ban. Their decision is based off “principle.” The announcement was made by Defense Secretary Ash Carter. He has been studying different sides of the issue for almost a year. “Why is this a big deal?” one may ask. This is because the ban will remove one of the last military service barriers, while repealing the lone gender barrier remaining in the United States. It is insane to think prejudice still exists today. Why does a person’s choice to be who they are outrage so many people? It doesn’t hurt anyone, let alone affect them in any sort of way. People fear change and they fear what they don’t understand. Today in a time that we can easily educate ourselves and research such issues people remain blind, ignorant, and arrogant. I have met many people that refuse to educate themselves or have an open mind. I am in favor of this action because in America you can be whatever and whoever you want to be. You shouldn’t be judged for anything other than the content of your character. The military has witnessed major modifications in the role of …show more content…
Army Reserve officer was transitioned in 2012. Though she was not discharged after her transition, she was shifted to the Individual Ready Reserve. This meant she could be called back to duty but would not show up for training, draw a paycheck or have access to health benefits. Finally taking step to lift the ban will have an impact beyond just those transgender people currently serving in the military or those who want to serve, according to Fox. She continues stating that, "It's going to … send a message to the rest of the world that the U.S. isn't behind everyone (and) that we do care about human rights, that we do care about equality, and we aren't just going to talk about it, we are actually going to do