"The ceremony honors those who have fought for transgender military service, named after a trans Civil War soldier who served in the 95th Illinois Infantry, fought in 40 battles, and lived as a man until his death in 1915."
"The evening began with instructions that have become a quiet ritual of survival: if you don't want to be photographed, wear a red dot on your nametag."
"The case centers on a pattern that has come to define the administration's approach to trans troops: promise, then revoke; approve, then rescind."
"Our new battlefield is in the courtroom."
The Albert Cashier Awards ceremony honored transgender service members and advocates amidst ongoing challenges posed by the current administration's policies. Named after a trans Civil War soldier, the event highlighted the historical contributions of trans individuals in the military. The backdrop of active military conflict with Iran added weight to the evening, as many honorees felt they should be deployed. Recent legal battles, including the dismissal of cases regarding trans service members' rights, reflect a troubling pattern of promises made and revoked by the administration.
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