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 First Conscientious Objector to the War in Iraq
Stephen Funk, knowing the backlash he would have to face, stood up for his beliefs and now tells his story to empower others. Not willing to die for something he did not believe in, Funk took a stand. He defended personal attacks last year to become the first conscientious objector to the war in Iraq. Facing harsh criticism for both his opposition to the war and his sexual orientation, he did not back down. Instead, he rose to the challenge and began educating others and speaking about his decision at many anti-war protests in the Bay Area. Stephen's courage to voice his beliefs about the war and come out on a national level has made him a hero for many gays in the military. At home in San Francisco he continues to advocate for peace and LGBTQQ issues.
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