Summary
The Pentagon plans to rename Navy ships that were named after civil rights leaders, including Harvey Milk. This decision affects LGBTQ sailors who view the Navy as a supportive place.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Pentagon is considering changing the names of Navy ships named after civil rights leaders.
- Harvey Milk, a known gay rights leader, had a Navy ship named after him.
- Some LGBTQ sailors feel upset by this renaming decision.
- Harvey Milk was an important figure in the fight for gay rights.
- The Navy has been seen as a supportive environment by some LGBTQ individuals.