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Published 07/05/2009 by The Huffington Post | Full News Feed


Mullen Advises 'Measured' Approach To Gay Policy

WASHINGTON — The nation's top military officer said Sunday he has advised President Barack 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.

Obama as a candidate pledged to end the ban. As president, he...

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Time to review policy on gays in U.S. military:...
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - American attitudes have changed and the "don't ask, don't tell" policy toward gays serving in the U.S. military should be reviewed, former ... - [07/05/2009 - Reuters: Politics]
Time to review policy on gays in U.S. military:... - [07/05/2009 - Reuters: Top News]
Time to review policy on gays in U.S. military:... - [07/05/2009 - Reuters: U.S.]
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