Women In Combat: Why Now?
Posted: January 24, 2013
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TweetDefense Secretary Leon Panetta is lifting a long-standing ban on women serving in combat. To break down what it means, host Michel Martin speaks with Politico's Tim Mak, who covers defense and national security.
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