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Which Countries Allow Gay Soldiers? (Map)
With the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, the Unites States of America has become the 43rd country in the world to allow LGBT soldiers into the military. FORTY-THIRD, y’all. Remind us why this was ever an issue again?
Not every’s pro-LGBT stance carries the same weight. In Italy, a gay serviceman or woman can be discharged if sexuality becomes a disruption to their unit. Czech Republic, Estonia, Ireland, Lithuania, Slovenia, Switzerland and Germany are similarly iffy. Still, 43.
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Here’s the list in it’s entirety:
Albania
Argentina
Australia
Austria
Bahamas
Belgium
Bermuda
Canada
Colombia
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
The Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Romania
Russia
Serbia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Thailand
Taiwan
United Kingdom
United States
Uruguay
More UB approved infographics right over HERE.
(via Advocate)
