Several years earlier, sitting in a Marine recruiting office, my recruiter asked me if I was gay. He had been trying to explain DADT to me and was … [Read more...] about A Gay Active Duty Marine Speaks:
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
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A Gay Active Duty Marine Speaks:
Gays in the Military a Nonissue, Say Officers from England, Canada, Australia, Israel, and The Netherlands
Concerns "in the late '90s of gay men walking across the gangplank in feather boas and high heels" once gays were allowed to serve … [Read more...] about Gays in the Military a Nonissue, Say Officers from England, Canada, Australia, Israel, and The Netherlands
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Cadet Sara Isaacson
As much as I longed to be an officer, I realized I was not willing to compromise my Integrity to do so. Mr. President, I tell you this not looking for … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Cadet Sara Isaacson
Sen. Ben Nelson (D-NE) Says He’ll Vote ‘No’ on DADT Repeal
He'll follow Defense Sec'y Robert Gates advice, the Washington Blade reports: "Asked whether he would vote in favor of a repeal … [Read more...] about Sen. Ben Nelson (D-NE) Says He’ll Vote ‘No’ on DADT Repeal
Dear Democrats, We Need to Talk — The Gays
(via)You were so adorable when we were courting. Sure, you never really understood me, but I liked that you seemed to try. The White House … [Read more...] about Dear Democrats, We Need to Talk — The Gays
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Sgt. Darren Manzella
One day, I received an email from a Soldier I had never met; it said I was being investigated under DADT and that I would be stripped of my rank and … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Sgt. Darren Manzella
Pelosi Talks ‘DADT’, Warns of Motion to Recommit on ENDA Vote
Nancy Pelosi told gay leaders and press on a conference call yesterday that she has "no intention of losing on either" DADT repeal or ENDA … [Read more...] about Pelosi Talks ‘DADT’, Warns of Motion to Recommit on ENDA Vote
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
A Mother in the Closet
Our son pondered what to do with his life. One day he came home and announced he had joined the military. He was flush with excitement, fully aware of … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
A Mother in the Closet
DADT Repeal Efforts Continue Despite Military Objections
The optimistic news on "Don't Ask, Don't Tell", from Kerry Eleveld at The Advocate: "Alex Nicholson, executive director of gay … [Read more...] about DADT Repeal Efforts Continue Despite Military Objections
IL Senate Candidate Alexi Giannoulias Blasts Opponent for Anti-Gay Platform, Launches Petition Drive for ‘DADT’ Repeal
Illinois Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Alexi Giannoulias will announce the launch of a petition drive urging immediate repeal of … [Read more...] about IL Senate Candidate Alexi Giannoulias Blasts Opponent for Anti-Gay Platform, Launches Petition Drive for ‘DADT’ Repeal