Patricia Murphy

Patricia Murphy reports on military and veterans affairs for KUOW Public Radio in Seattle.

Patricia Murphy is a feature reporter for KUOW. Patricia is part of two collaborative projects focusing on military and veterans.  The American Homefront Project is a partnership between public radio stations KUOW, WUNC, KPCC and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Back at Base is a collaboration between National Public Radio and seven member stations including KUOW.  

Navy sailor tattoos

The US Navy changes rules to allow sailors more tattoos

For the first time, US sailors can have tattoos up to an inch on their necks, below the knees and on their forearms. The Navy hopes the changes will help recruitment efforts.

The US Navy changes rules to allow sailors more tattoos
Capt. Jennifer Peace realized she was transgender while serving in Afghanistan.

Soldiers don't have to call this transgender officer 'sir' any more

Soldiers don't have to call this transgender officer 'sir' any more