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Exploring the experiences of transgender troops

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Dr. Rachel Levine, official photo
Adm. Rachel Levin, is the U.S. assistant secretary for health and a pediatrician. Levine became the highest ranking, openly transgender person in the U.S. military when she was sworn in as an admiral in the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps in October 2021. She is also the nation’s first female four-star admiral. Chris Sean Smith / U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps

Transgender people have faced shifting acceptance in the U.S. military over the past several years. We talk with three contributors to a book about the experiences of transgender people who have served their country with honor and integrity.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Joe Tarr Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Máel Embser-Herbert Guest
  • Bree Fram Guest
  • Sheri Swokowski Guest

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