The article critiques President Trump's executive order banning transgender individuals from serving openly in the military, arguing that such a ban undermines military cohesion and character. Veterans emphasize that during critical challenges, considerations such as gender dissipate, with character becoming paramount. They also argue this exclusion violates fundamental military principles. Current lawsuits challenge the legality of the order, and the authors call for its immediate rescission, reflecting on the damaging consequences similar to the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy, which was repealed in 2011.
When it's 5 degrees out and expected to drop, and it's you and your battle buddy's turn on night watch... all that matters is a person's character and the mutual trust that comes from living and training together.
Excluding people who can meet rigorous service standards simply because of who they are is a fundamental attack on this principle, which has formed the bedrock of military service since the inception of the republic.
Lawsuits have been filed challenging the order... This policy is immoral, is unconstitutional, and should be immediately rescinded.
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