Where Are They Now?: Margerethe Cammermeyer
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Starred in Barwood's "Serving In Silence"
In "Serving for Silence," the Barbra Streisand executive
produced film for Barwood, Glen Close portrays Colonel
Margerethe Cammermeyer, the true story of a woman who
successfully fought the government's biased policy on gays in
the military.
Margerethe (Grethe) Cammermeyer's story made front page
headlines all around America when the film was first broadcast
on NBC. Her military career was distinguished, having served a
tour of duty in Vietnam, and winning a bronze star. When she was
discharged from the Army after disclosing her sexual preference,
she chose to challenge the government. Ultimately, her initial
case prevailed and the government's subsequent appeal was
decided in her favor. She was reinstated in the National Guard
in 1994 and has since retired with full miliary privileges.
In 1998, Grethe ran for Congress from her home state of
Washington, but lost to the incumbant by a 10% margin. Between
1999 and 2001, Grethe hosted a daily internet radio talk show
where the focus was on human rights and politics. Today, Grethe
Cammermeyer continues to remain politically active, writes, and
occupies her time with her family. |
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