At least it isn't GMO:
"Military eases rules on black hairstyles" by Nia-Malika Henderson | Washington Post August 15, 2014
WASHINGTON — A number of black hairstyles, including twists and bigger braids, will now be allowed across most branches of the military due to an easing of the hairstyle restrictions that sparked criticism from black service members and lawmakers.
In a letter, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, who in April announced a three-month review of the regulations, said each branch ‘‘reviewed its definition of authorized and prohibited styles, and eliminated offensive language, including the terms ‘matted and unkempt,’ from the Army and Air Force grooming regulations.’’
‘‘Additionally, each Service reviewed its hairstyle policies to ensure standards are fair and respectful while also meeting our military requirements,’’ he said in the letter, addressed to Representative Marcia Fudge, Democrat of Ohio, chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus. ‘‘These reviews were informed by a panel of military personnel of mixed demographics reflective of our diverse force.’’
The restrictions had been denounced by some in the military, who saw the ban on certain styles of braids and twists as racially insensitive. About 10,000 people signed a White House petition asking that the Army reconsider its policies to make them more racially inclusive.
In April, women on the Congressional Black Caucus sent Hagel a letter suggesting that the policies and language indicated ‘‘a lack of cultural sensitivity conducive to creating a tolerant environment for minorities.’’
The Army, Air Force, and Navy have expanded the number of acceptable styles, permitting cornrows, twists, and larger braids and removing spacing requirements. The Marine Corps, which sent out a survey to its members, will convene a special uniform board this summer to consider expanding which hairstyles are authorized.
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