Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell

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

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