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As Veterans Day approaches, we're proud to join with frontline LGBT membership and legal organizations to #HonorTransTroops
Over the next hour, we'll be hosting a nonpartisan twitter chat to answer questions about the #TransBan and the work of our organizations.
Please join us in sharing your stories, asking questions, and showing your support by using the hashtag #HonorTransTroops
Q1: Why do you support Transgender troops? #HonorTransTroops
Q2: Why do you oppose the trans ban? #HonorTransTroops
Q3: What are some myths about Transgender troops? #HonorTransTroops
Q4: How do you think the Trans Ban connects to other attacks on the #LGBTQ communities? #HonorTransTroops
Q5: What can allies and supporters do to most effectively show up and support Transgender service members? #HonorTransTroops
We cannot let up on the pressure. We have won a battle, but the war has just begun. We all must continue to make noise and let Washington know we will not stand for discrimination in our military. #HonorTransTroops
Join the 27,000 people who have signed this petition to let our legislators and policy makers know that America will not put up with discrimination. #HonorTransTroops
go.commondefensepac.com/page/s/stand-w…
Q6: Trans active duty and vets: what’s one thing you wish people knew about the experience of trans folks in the military? #HonorTransTroops
Q7: What work are you currently doing to challenge the Trans Ban? #HonorTransTroops
Q8: Trump admin wants to prevent some minorities from serving. How can we work together to fight fight equality for ALL? #HonorTransTroops
That conclude our twitter chat, thanks to all our partners and participants! Still have questions? Share them here. #HonorTransTroops
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