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Gays shouldn't have to hide who they are to serve their country
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It would hurt military morale, weakening our national defense
 
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Many military officers say they'd resign to protest open service


The military's current "don't ask / don't tell" policy was established in 1993, after President Clinton's efforts to allow gays to serve openly met with major opposition from the Democratically-controlled Congress and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.  It received widespread support from lawmakers and military brass. 

Top officers have said they will resign if gays are permitted to serve openly.  The ban was passed with a veto-proof margin in Congress.  Governor George W. Bush supports the current "don't ask / don't tell policy," as does his rival for the Republican nomination, Arizona Senator - and Vietnam veteran - John McCain.


 		  
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Gays have served with distinction throughout history

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The military is for protecting our security, not social engineering

The armed forces exist to protect - not squash - our freedoms

 
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