As they should...and I wish this admirable gentlemen could see how much I appreciate his service. Muslims in our society are treated terribly out of fear and ignorance. An American is an American and race, color, and religious belief come second. Thank you for your service to all who sacrifice for me and my life. I have had 4 friends in the past couple years who paid the ultimate price, they died for their brothers and sisters....and believe me what god they believe in or what color they were doesn't matter when they're dieing in your arms after months of them watching your back. When you are taking to the mother of the guy who doesn't ever come home they are your blood.
It's actually just a one year exemption (for now) to test for potential problems with a full beard and turban in combat situations. If a gas mask won't seal, or his turban prevents him using equipment, or the turban comes off and his long hair gets in the way, the guy becomes a liability. There are practical reasons for not allowing these things.
They were allowed to serve but they couldn't wear a turban while doing it. So they had to choose if they wanted to serve or not based on the fact that it would interfere with their religion.
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