Film about CD in the U.S. military

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I believe there was a army (I think) TGal a few years ago that was denied top level security clearance due to his SRS. As a he, had been a top level infantry officer, I believe, might had been a ranger. I wish I could remember her name. You might be able to strumble across the person if you google it. military, transgender, etc... Wish I could be a more help.

Thank you for this! I did a google search and couldn't find this person, but I'll keep digging..

I should add that there is no provision against CDs in the regulations about security clearances for civilians. The only thing that might apply is the all-encompassing "adverse information" provision, but this would only apply if you could be blackmailed with the knowledge.

Miriam

Yes, my understanding is that blackmail could be the problem. If loved ones/colleagues do not know the person up for the top secret security clearance is a cross dresser, it could be used against them. But for someone in the military, you're not allowed to openly serve as transgender, so your colleagues have to know, even though this could get you kicked out, if the wrong person found out. Ideally, nobody cares as long as your cross dressing doesn't affect your ability to do your job, but you never know. This is my understanding, from what I've heard/read.

In the past, CD,TS, or Gay were complete roadblocks to a security clearance. In the 70's any hint of that and if you had a clearance it was pulled. NSA and CIA wanted to vet your dates. In agency dates were encouraged. But times have changed. Still I would not expect much from those on top. Remember it was the Executive branch of our government that forced the Army Air Corp to allow blacks to fly (tuskeegee airmen). It wasn't the military's idea. So TG, TS, and Gays will only get a fairer deal if the rest of the government forces it.

Edy

Thanks, Edy. Excellent point. Here's an article that addresses the issue of whether the military should first allow transgender military members to openly serve, or if the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) should first remove Gender Identity Disorder. Opposing viewpoints towards the end of the article:

http://outservemag.com/2012/01/the-n...ender-service/

As you start writing and networking about your script others will come to light with leads about security and other matters.
There are a lot of suggestions here already.

Agreed! Thank you, Beverly.