What's Next for Don't Ask, Don't Tell? Lobby Day 2010
Now that the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Secretary of Defense, and Gen. Colin Powell are on board with the commander in chief in allowing gays and lesbians to serve openly, "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal advocates must take advantage of this new opening. This week was huge. But even more hard work is needed, particularly since our opponents, like Rep. Duncan Hunter, Jr. and Sen. John McCain, are all over the airwaves making their case. Now the U.S. Senate has to act, and we need to do our part to make that happen.
On Friday, March 19th, SLDN will host its 8th Annual Lobby Day in Washington, D.C. Now, more than ever, pressure on legislators is needed to end DADT this year. Read more at www.sldn.org.
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