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“The Air Force pinned a medal on me for killing a man and discharged me for making love to one.”

Quote by Leonard Matlovich

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Leonard Matlovich

Leonard Matlovich was an American Air Force captain who became a prominent figure in the 1980s gay rights movement after being discharged from the military for being openly gay. His discharge in 1980 sparked widespread public attention and led to a series of legislative actions regarding gay rights in the United States. more

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