While I have no idea where my grandfather would stand on “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” I do know that he admired service and sacrifice. An estimated 66,000 … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
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Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
HRC Lies About Transportation for LGBT Vets on Lobby Day
Yesterday I posted a statement from the Human Rights Campaign regarding reports that they had cut transportation for LGBT veterans on the … [Read more...] about HRC Lies About Transportation for LGBT Vets on Lobby Day
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Staff Sergeant Anthony Moll
I had never been closeted about my sexual orientation so joining meant not only keeping quiet, but also being asked to lie to those whom already knew. … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Staff Sergeant Anthony Moll
Report: HRC Cuts Bus for Veterans on DADT Lobby Day, Puts Money Toward Reception for its Board
UPDATED BELOWYesterday I posted about the lobby days next week during which hundreds of veterans are traveling to Washington D.C. to lobby Congress, … [Read more...] about Report: HRC Cuts Bus for Veterans on DADT Lobby Day, Puts Money Toward Reception for its Board
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former First Lieutenant Laura Slattery
The easiest thing for me to do -- and the course of action I tried -- was to encourage myself to run from love. I also considered confiding in others, … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former First Lieutenant Laura Slattery
Hundreds of Veterans to Lobby Congress, White House on DADT
Hundreds of veterans from around the country will descend on Washington D.C. on May 11 and 12 to lobby Congress on "Don't Ask, Don't … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Veterans to Lobby Congress, White House on DADT
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Ssgt Anthony Loverde
They nicknamed me “vapor” -- as soon as we hit the ground, I would disappear. I didn‘t avoid them because I didn‘t like them, I avoided them because I … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Ssgt Anthony Loverde
‘Blindsided’ by Gates Letter, Rep. Patrick Murphy Vows to Press On for ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal This Year
Rep. Patrick Murphy, the chief sponsor of the House bill to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell", says he and other lawmakers were … [Read more...] about ‘Blindsided’ by Gates Letter, Rep. Patrick Murphy Vows to Press On for ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal This Year
Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Naval Petty Officer Third Class Joseph Rocha
On one day in the Middle East, I was ordered by a superior to get down on my hands and knees and simulate oral sex on a person working in the kennel. … [Read more...] about Story from the Frontline of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’:
Former Naval Petty Officer Third Class Joseph Rocha
Watch: Lt. Dan Choi and Cpl Evelyn Thomas at Yesterday’s Rally
Here are Lt. Dan Choi and Cpl Evelyn Thomas' speeches from yesterday's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" rally in front of the … [Read more...] about Watch: Lt. Dan Choi and Cpl Evelyn Thomas at Yesterday’s Rally