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Marines respond to anti-gay posts after recognizing Pride Month: ‘Have a meritorious day!’
Every June, the LGBTQ+ community and allies celebrate what has become "Pride Month."
PARRIS ISLAND, S.C. - The Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina is getting much attention over the way Marines are responding to those who opposed the depot&#x;s Facebook verb acknowledging Pride Month.
"During the month of June, the Marine Corps takes #Pride in recognizing and honoring the contributions of our LGBTQ service members," the depot posted on Facebook on June 1. "We remain committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, and defend the values of treating all equally, with dignity and respect."
The post has received more than 2, likes, shares and nearly 2, comments &#x; but not all were supportive.
"Seems today sir in this politically correct society anybody can join my beloved Corps, men that like men, women who like women," one user commented.
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