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Speier Slams 'Antiquated' Military Justice System

May 16, 2013, 3:08 pm • Posted by KQED News Staff
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Rep. Jackie Speier sounded pretty frustrated when I talked to her on Wednesday. The South Bay Democrat has been trying for two years to reform the way the military handles sexual assaults. Her bills on the issue have yet to … Continue reading »

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SF Lawsuit Demands Combat Roles for Women

November 27, 2012, 3:26 pm • Posted by Laird Harrison
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They get shot at. They get bombed. The risk death for their country. Now some military women are fighting for the right to official combat positions. On Tuesday, four women represented by the American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit … Continue reading »

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'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Repeal Passes, 65-31

December 18, 2010, 11:11 am • Posted by Dan Brekke
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1 p.m.: A quick selection of media coverage of the repeal vote: Advocate: Repealed! New York Times: Senate Repeal 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Washington Post: Senate votes to overturn gay military ban Politico: Six Republicans push 'don't ask, don't tell' … Continue reading »

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