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Obama's 'war on religion'
Texas Gov. Rick Perry has a new TV spot accusing President Barack Obama of waging "war on religion." It's a reckless, overstated spot that exploits prejudice against gays while deliberately distorting major issues. But here's the surprise: Perry has a...Tags: Politics, Healthcare Policies, Gays and Lesbians, Health and Safety at School, Birth Control
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O'Malley to lead push for same-sex marriage next year
Gov. Martin O'Malley pledged Friday to lead the charge next year for a law to recognize same-sex marriage in Maryland, saying he would include the effort among a "handful" of legislative priorities during the 2012 session. Supporters predicted that the...Tags: Politics, Robert J. Garagiola, Laws, Government, Gays and Lesbians
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Budget cutting should start with Pentagon
Recently, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a $650 billion Pentagon budget ("House targets 'don't ask, don't tell' repeal," July 9). Am I in a time warp? I thought that it was necessary to cut back on spending in order to cut the deficit. Then I...Tags: Budgets and Budgeting, Unrest, Conflicts and War, U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Department of Defense
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Dallas gay community react to repeal of "don't ask, don't tell"
charles.bassett@the33tv.comThousands lined Cedar Springs to watch Dallas' annual gay pride parade but for a special few here, this year's celebration has a new meaning. Kyle Sawyer is ex Air Force and is among the many gay men and women who have served but could not reveal their...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Gays and Lesbians, Minority Groups, Armed Forces, Defense
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Some gay service members ready to celebrate repeal of DADT
CNN sourceThe reactions range from gloom-and-doom predictions to big countdown parties and smaller celebrations to ho-hum business-as-usual as the U.S. military changes its rules Tuesday and allows gay men and lesbians to serve openly. A minute into the new day,...Tags: Politics, Gays and Lesbians, New Year's Day, Armed Forces, Leon Panetta
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'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Law Ends
KTLA NewsWASHINGTON, DC -- The military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" law for gay personnel ended as scheduled on Tuesday, ending a nearly 18-year rule fraught with controversy. Repeal of the law took effect at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday. Pentagon spokesman George Little...Tags: Justice System, Gays and Lesbians, Civil Rights, Bill Clinton, Joint Chiefs of Staff
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"Don't Ask Don't Tell" is Only a Stepping Stone
CW33 NewsMany in the nation cheered as the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy was repealed Tuesday. This created a landmark day in American military, allowing all servicemen and women to be open about their sexual orientation. However, some say there is more work to be...Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Social Media, Gays and Lesbians, Facebook, Arts and Culture
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Repeal of "don't ask, don't tell" celebrated
Jeremy Johnson had served in the Navy for 10 years, all under the "don't ask, don't tell" policy. But in 2007, "needing to find some integrity," he decided to tell a superior he was gay, effectively ending his enlistment.
On Tuesday, DADT, as the...Tags: Politics, Activism, Gays and Lesbians, Afghanistan, Bill Clinton
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Soldier Comes Out To His Dad Online
KIAHAirman Randy Phillips has been waiting until the repeal of "Don't Ask Don't Tell" to come out. He did so Wednesday on YouTube, telling his father, "Dad, I'm gay." His father responded with love and acceptance.Tags: YouTube
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Editorial: 'Don't ask, don't tell' is finally buried
It's hard to believe there was a time when gay men and women were not allowed to disclose their sexuality while serving in the military. That time was last week. Here in the land of free expression, those who put on a uniform were not even allowed to...Tags: Barack Obama, Gays and Lesbians, Bill Clinton, Minority Groups, Same-Sex Marriage
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Steve Wilkos On His TV Show, News Of The Day
PIX11.comAs a former Marine and Chicago cop, Steve Wilkos was to talk not only about his talk show, but also a few hot topics. We got his take on the "don't ask, don't tell" repeal; and as a cop, we'll find out what he thinks of the Barbara Sheehan murder trial:...Tags: Talk Shows (genre), Entertainment, New York City Police Department, Television
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Audience Boos Gay Soldier At GOP Debate
KIAHYeah we know it was yet another GOP debate, but now it seems most of us are debating the behavior of the candiates last night in Orlando. During the debate, a gay soldier deployed in Iraq asked the candidates a question and was booed by the crowd....Tags: Politics, Justice and Rights, Civil Rights, Republican Party, Elections
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