FROM: Sturgess, Frances Coulter TO:[log in to unmask] [log in to unmask] SUBJECT: armymom DATE: 02-20-97 20:58 EST PRIORITY: FOr what its worth, the same issue of TIME shows the new Defense Secretary as William Cohen---I do not have the address for him or the Joint Chiefs/Army but even in the midst of all the sexual harassment flak, this breastfeeding/parenting issue deserves attention/letters re: policy. I think the one Liz wrote citing all the moms she sees that struggle to succeed would be really good, as it addresses the contract/commitment issue *and* what others have done to cope. This issue is going to Federal Court "this week"--according to Feb 24 issue--so is that week of 24th? Its confusing. HOwever, time is short. If they settle out of court, the LC support angle may be a good one for the Army to offer--certainly cheaper than training another pilot!!!--and one the Brass probably has no concept of offering out of ignorance. Maybe Lt Cuevas would learn something more, too. (It sounds like she does not pump at all--"she rushes home " when notified by babysitter that child is hungry early!) I won't be able to do email again till Tuesday as this is my work computer Any response from me to comments will have to wait till then--and as I get behind on these digest things quickly, personal email gets read sooner if anyone wants something particular from me. THanks for your consideration.