Shaving Waivers in the United States Air Force and Their Impact on Promotions of Black/African-American Members

Abstract: Regulations of the United States Air Force (USAF) prohibit male members from growing beards. Shaving waivers can be issued to airmen who are not able to shave due to …

Intersecting Identities: Race, Military Affiliation, and Youth Attitudes towards War

Abstract: African-Americans in the U.S. military encompass at least two distinct identity groups: a racial status associated with lower support for the wars in Afghanistan and …