Women in combat roles is besides the point. Here's two key steps the US military should take if it really wants to stand up for women worldwide, The Independent

First, prosecute the rapists within the armed forces

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Pentagon Set to Lift Ban on Women in Combat Roles - The New York Times

Panetta Is Lifting Ban On Women In Combat Roles : The Two-Way : NPR

Pentagon Set to Lift Ban on Women in Combat Roles - The New York Times

Does having women in combat roles weaken the military? - Quora

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