Updated 20 Sep 2011:
Gates, Mullen to discuss ‘don’t ask’ policy – ArmyTimes – 2 Feb 10
Top uniformed officer: Gay ban should be lifted – Seattle Times – 2 Feb 10
Mullen’s Blog: My View on ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ – DoD – 3 Feb 10
“…With Afghanistan, Iraq, and significant security commitments around the globe, our plate is very full. While I believe this is an important issue, I also believe we need to be mindful as we move forward of other pressing needs in the military. What our young men and women and their families want, what they deserve, is that we listen to them and act in their best interests…”
Veteran groups resist ‘don’t ask’ repeal – The Washington Times – 4 Feb 10
“…We support ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ and the position is, now, since we are still fighting two wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, now is not the time to extend ourselves with a new social-engineering project,’ Legion spokesman Joe March said. ‘We expect the Pentagon will very carefully examine the implications before changing any policies to maintain that highest state of readiness…”
‘Don’t ask’ survey published – ArmyTimes – 8 Feb 10
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal Demands Study, Gates Says – DoD – 10 Feb 10
Military chiefs’ views crucial in gay ban row – The Washington Times – 16 Feb 10
“…Their testimony is expected to be crucial because the service chiefs have wide influence on Capitol Hill. They are the ones required by law to recruit, train and equip the armed forces to ensure they are ready to fight. The current law, on which the policy of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ is based, states that homosexuality is an ‘unacceptable risk’ to good order and discipline…”
DOD Announces Recruiting and Retention Numbers for January 2010 – DoD – 19 Feb 10
Study argues for quick repeal of gay policy – ArmyTimes – 23 Feb 10
Chiefs warn against lifting gay ban too quickly – Townhall.com – 23 Feb 10
“Top Army and Air Force officers said Tuesday they would be reluctant to overturn a 17-year policy that prohibits gays from serving openly in the military without more time to ascertain it won’t hurt the services…”
Marines Join Chorus Urging Caution on Gay Ban – Military.com – 24 Feb 10
Gates Issues Terms for ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Review – DoD – 2 Mar 10
Pentagon Changes ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Enforcement – DoD – 25 Mar 10
Pentagon rebukes general for opposing repeal of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ law – Stars and Stripes – 25 Mar 10
3-star not reprimanded for gay ban letter – ArmyTimes – 31 Mar 10
Pentagon Chief Warns Congress Against Changing Military’s Gay Ban for Now – FoxNews – 30 Apr 10
Gates Can Accept ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Amendment – DoD – 25 May 10
House votes to end ban on gays in military – ArmyTimes – 28 May 10
Repeal of gay ban falters in Senate – ArmyTimes – 21 Sep 10
Judge orders end of ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ – Washington Times – 12 Oct 10
Pentagon shuts down enforcement of gay ban – ArmyTimes – 15 Oct 10
Federal Appeals Court Says Military’s Gay Ban Should Stay in Place for Now – FoxNews – 20 Oct 10
Secretaries must now OK DADT separations – ArmyTimes – 22 Oct 10
Pentagon study dismisses risk of gay troops – ArmyTimes – 30 Nov 10
PDF: DADT Report – DoD – 30 Nov 10
Front-line fighters wary of repealing ‘don’t ask’ – Washington Times – 30 Nov 10
Mullen: Troops Who Balk at Change in Gay Service Policy Can Find Other Work – FoxNews – 2 Dec 10
Service chiefs: Repeal DADT, but not now – ArmyTimes – 3 Dec 10
DADT repeal again hits roadblock in Senate – ArmyTimes – 10 Dec 10
Gates frustrated as gay ban repeal delayed – ArmyTimes – 10 Dec 10
House Votes to Overturn Military’s Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Policy – FoxNews – 15 Dec 10
Congress Overturns Military Ban of Gays Serving Openly, Sends Bill to Obama’s Desk – FoxNews – 18 Dec 10
Obama Administration Drops Defense of Anti-Gay Marriage Law – FoxNews – 23 Feb 11
Military indoctrinated on gays kissing, behavior – The Washington Times – 23 Mar 11
Marines get trained on accepting gay recruits – Miami Herald – 28 Apr 11
Navy Halts Move to Allow Gay Marriages by Chaplains After Complaints From Lawmakers – FoxNews – 11 May 11
Navy Chaplains to Officiate Gay Marriages – FoxNews – 9 May 11
Panel seeks service chiefs’ say on DADT repeal – ArmyTimes – 12 May 11
Court Orders Immediate Halt to Gay Military Ban – FoxNews – 6 Jul 11
Court: ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Will Temporarily Stay in Place – FoxNews – 16 Jul 11
Panetta, Mullen expected to certify DADT repeal – ArmyTimes – 22 Jul 11
Military ban on gays formally repealed – ArmyTimes – 22 Jul 11
Repeal of Ban on Gay Military Service Becomes Official – FoxNews – 20 Sep 11
U.S. Military Chaplains May Perform Same-Sex Unions – FoxNews – 30 Sep 11
Newsletter comment: It appears that our military has become the focus for complete social reform. Meanwhile the Generals sit on their hands and say nothing. I have to wonder how much support for our military will be lost in the process? – Roger Young
With recruitment and reenlistment numbers doing well, what is the panic to change standing policy during a time of war?
The military does have many pressing issues. Such as the rising suicide rate, treating PTSD, and providing the very best care for those who are recovering from battlefield trauma and injuries to name but a few.
Just wondering…
I’m glad to see that the AL and VFW are asking the same question I did; why now?
That’s simple. President Obama is pandering to a portion of his base and attempting to make good on at least one of his campaign promises! It’s simply for politics during a time his poll numbers are sinking.
How’s that for leadership during a time of war? He may not be able to control Pelosi or Reid, but he can direct our military leadership.
After reading the latest headline: Mullen: Troops Who Balk at Change in Gay Service Policy Can Find Other Work – FoxNews – 2 Dec 10, I believe it is time for Chairman Mullen & SECDEF Gates to resign!
Over the past months both have been pointmen for Obama repealing “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” And the official DoD news site has sadly become a forum for pushing that agenda with less news regarding the troops. All this during a time of war! I’m simply disgusted!
It appears with the decision today by the Justice Dept. not to defend the anti-gay marriage law that the repealing of DADT was just a stepping stone to implement their pro gay-marriage agenda. We’ve all been duped !
Today’s 9th Circuit decision demanding that DADT be lifted immediately in our military brings me to the following conclusion: Let California fight our current and future wars and we’ll supply the guns and ammo!
You’ve got to give the gay community credit, they are well organized and literally jamming their agenda down all our throats!!!
As a former soldier and veteran of Vietnam, I see little reason to defend this country these days… we’re being destroyed from within by groups that polarize our country!