RSSMullen: Take ‘measured’ approach on gays
From: The Washington Times | July 5, 2009
The nation’s top military officer said Sunday he has advised President Obama to move “in a measured way” in changing the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy that bans gays from serving openly in the military. Mr. Obama as a candidate pledged to end the ban. As president, he has not said when or how he will take steps to do so, drawing criticism from gay rights activists and others. The president has pointed out that Congress in 1993 made into law a policy begun by President Clinton. “It’s very clear what President Obama’s intent here is. He intends to see …
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