With House passage of a stand-alone bill to end the military ban on gays serving openly, it's now on the Senate to act.
Repeal supporters think they have the 60 votes to pass the measure -- if it is brought to the floor after the spending bill.
military ban'Don't Ask' Repeal Back In Senate HandsNPR: Politics & Society Wed, 12/15/2010 - 17:03
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As Military Ban Persists, So Does Strain On GaysNPR: Politics & Society Fri, 07/03/2009 - 22:49
President Obama this week pledged to push for change to the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. While it remains in place, gay servicemen and women continue to keep their lives — and their partners — hidden from the military or risk dismissal. Tags:
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