In light of Mr. Trump officially putting his ban on transgenders in the military into action, Chris’s post is even more heartbreaking.
Dear White People,
I understand how much you are called to move this country forward with social justice actions and community involvement. You uniquely probe into other races/cultures that are perceived as having less opportunity or less empathy and are able to superficially see the justification in your acts of altruism (to fight the just fight). I’ll raise a hand to pat you on the back for that; thank you. For sure, you have the energy and are willing to learn. I have never felt more alone. I looked to you, the social liberals, the progressives, the peacekeepers, the media, and the outspoken activists for change. After each conversation with you I was more alone. I do not fit into your box of progressive social movement diversity. I am white. I am transgender. I am a veteran. I am nothing special. I’m an american. I turned to my church, but…
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Touch My Spine Book Reviews said:
Wow that is powerful and heartbreaking!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
It’s an even worse betrayal than what Trump is doing.😡
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Touch My Spine Book Reviews said:
Yes I agree completeley. All this hatred is just too much!
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fragglerocking said:
bloody silly carry on, a soldier is a soldier and should be respected for that and that should be enough. Trump FFS, just a bigoted nasty little man.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Agreed. And the fact that Chris feels marginalized by some of the very people who are calling out Trump is unacceptable.
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beetleypete said:
Interesting to read that Chris got no help from those communities you would think would be there for him. It is a lonely life for him indeed.
Best wishes, Pete.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
As someone who risked his life to serve our country, Chris should be given respect and any help that’s required.
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Christy B said:
😦 So sad!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
This shouldn’t be!😡
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vinnieh said:
Oh this story broke my heart.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Hypocrisy at its worse!
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vinnieh said:
Why can’t people just be more supportive and accepting?
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Indeed.
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vinnieh said:
The world would be a better place.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Yes it would.
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Touch My Spine Book Reviews said:
This article makes me livid re-reading and rethinking keeping him in my prayers because it seems this man has no hope!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I know. This is so unbelievable.😡
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3rdofthe3rd said:
Heart breaking story. Scary thing is there doesn’t seem to be much hope of change. Thank you for sharing this story.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
It’s absolutely obscene that Chris, and I fear many more transgender vets are being treated like this.
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