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‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Threatened by Obama Veto of Defense Bill Over Engine Funding Item
Some cautionary words from Politico: The defense authorization bill typically passes with wide margins, but last year was an exception, as many … [Read more...] about ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Threatened by Obama Veto of Defense Bill Over Engine Funding Item
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’: A Love Letter
FINAL LETTER IN SERIES “Stories from the Frontlines: Letters to President Barack Obama” was launched to underscore the urgent need for congressional … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’: A Love Letter
Obama Statement on ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Congressional Action
President Obama released a statement on yesterday's legislative gains toward ending "Don't Ask, Don't Tell": "I have long … [Read more...] about Obama Statement on ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Congressional Action
House Passes ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Amendment 234-194
The House of Representatives voted 234-194 to approve an amendment repealing "Don't Ask, Don't Tell". The amendment will be attached … [Read more...] about House Passes ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Amendment 234-194
Charlie Crist Flip-Flops, Now Supports ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal
As recently as February, Florida Governor Charlie Crist expressed his support for the ban on gays in the military. Said his spokesperson at that … [Read more...] about Charlie Crist Flip-Flops, Now Supports ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal
Senate Armed Services Committee Votes 16-12 for DADT Repeal Compromise
Yes: Carl Levin (Michigan) Robert C. Byrd (West Virginia) Joseph I. Lieberman (Connecticut) Jack Reed (Rhode Island) Daniel K. Akaka (Hawaii) Bill … [Read more...] about Senate Armed Services Committee Votes 16-12 for DADT Repeal Compromise
Recently Outed GOP California Senator Roy Ashburn Speaks Out on Gay Rights: ‘I am No Longer Willing or Able to Remain Silent’
California Republican state senator Roy Ashburn, who announced he was gay in March after being arrested for a DUI on his way home from a gay … [Read more...] about Recently Outed GOP California Senator Roy Ashburn Speaks Out on Gay Rights: ‘I am No Longer Willing or Able to Remain Silent’
Video: GOP Launches Campaign Against Gays on House Floor
Via Wonk Room, here's a sampling of the vitriol that has been unleashed on the House floor this afternoon courtesy of Louie Gohmert, Trent Franks, … [Read more...] about Video: GOP Launches Campaign Against Gays on House Floor
Lt. Dan Choi in Newsweek: DADT Compromise is Unacceptable
Lt. Dan Choi in Newsweek: "This compromise isn’t what I, or any of my fellow advocates, wanted or expected. The compromise does not end the … [Read more...] about Lt. Dan Choi in Newsweek: DADT Compromise is Unacceptable