Comments on: The end of Don't Ask, Don't Tell? http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Cynthia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104499 Cynthia Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:07:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104499 Please stop comparing what African Americans went through in our history to the GLBT community. It is not on the same level at all!!!!!!!! GLBT folks have not been enslaved. They may have their own challenges right now, but it is not EVEN CLOSE TO BEING THE SAME!!!!!!!! Please stop comparing what African Americans went through in our history to the GLBT community. It is not on the same level at all!!!!!!!! GLBT folks have not been enslaved. They may have their own challenges right now, but it is not EVEN CLOSE TO BEING THE SAME!!!!!!!!

]]> By: JohnTexas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104313 JohnTexas Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:43:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104313 Bob Dillian was right.... The times, the are a'changing. We need every capable soldier in the field for the fight on terror. Why refuse good hearted Americans who wish to serve their country? You think there is a better opportunity to find a boyfriend on the battlefield or someone who wants to protect our rights back home in the battlefield. I bless anyone who would stand in harms way for our country in a foreign land against those who'd wish to destroy our freedoms at home. Bob Dillian was right.... The times, the are a'changing. We need every capable soldier in the field for the fight on terror. Why refuse good hearted Americans who wish to serve their country? You think there is a better opportunity to find a boyfriend on the battlefield or someone who wants to protect our rights back home in the battlefield. I bless anyone who would stand in harms way for our country in a foreign land against those who'd wish to destroy our freedoms at home.

]]> By: noahjigaboo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104307 noahjigaboo Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:13:07 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104307 shiii,my brudas and sistas rather beeb collecting a welfare chex .let dem queers serve in da army.shiii, out in dem cold trenches a bruda might need toob git his snuggle on or maybe even need toob play hide da monkey.shiii dat don't mean heeb beeb gay just on da down low. shiii,my brudas and sistas rather beeb collecting a welfare chex .let dem queers serve in da army.shiii, out in dem cold trenches a bruda might need toob git his snuggle on or maybe even need toob play hide da monkey.shiii dat don't mean heeb beeb gay just on da down low.

]]> By: Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can break my heart. « Spreading the Word http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104246 Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can break my heart. « Spreading the Word Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:30:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104246 [...] of Thumb, the slave codes, the black codes, the fifteenth amendment, Executive Order 9981, the ERA, Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, [...] [...] of Thumb, the slave codes, the black codes, the fifteenth amendment, Executive Order 9981, the ERA, Don't Ask, Don't Tell, [...]

]]> By: rick http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104215 rick Wed, 19 Nov 2008 06:09:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104215 Serving in the military is about honor, integrity, loyalty and it has nothing to do with a lifestye. We give up our freedoms to service our country. Fighting men must trust there fellow soilder, he put his life in his hand and his fellow soldier does the same to him. We who call ourselve men ask that you do not dishonor us. Serving in the military is about honor, integrity, loyalty and it has nothing to do with a lifestye. We give up our freedoms to service our country. Fighting men must trust there fellow soilder, he put his life in his hand and his fellow soldier does the same to him. We who call ourselve men ask that you do not dishonor us.

]]> By: bulldogs455@yahoo.com http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104190 bulldogs455@yahoo.com Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:49:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104190 sorry, but gays should not be serving openly in the military. It makes people uncomfortable and they will face segregation. sorry, but gays should not be serving openly in the military. It makes people uncomfortable and they will face segregation.

]]> By: Kurt http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104110 Kurt Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:00:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104110 The main issue is that the LORD said that being gay is morally wrong and people will not fight their temptations so instead of doing what is right in the eyes of God they choose to fight to make their sins acceptable. It is only right in their mind, it is still morally wrong and a still a sin in the eyes of the LORD your God. Repent and be saved. Those who choose to make sin ok for society will still answer to the LORD and end up in the fires of Hell. Just because you choose to ignore God does not mean that you won't be judged for your sin and your punishment will still fit the sins that you have not acknowlaged and asked for forgiveness. The main issue is that the LORD said that being gay is morally wrong and people will not fight their temptations so instead of doing what is right in the eyes of God they choose to fight to make their sins acceptable. It is only right in their mind, it is still morally wrong and a still a sin in the eyes of the LORD your God. Repent and be saved. Those who choose to make sin ok for society will still answer to the LORD and end up in the fires of Hell. Just because you choose to ignore God does not mean that you won't be judged for your sin and your punishment will still fit the sins that you have not acknowlaged and asked for forgiveness.

]]> By: JCL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104052 JCL Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:35:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104052 If being a homosexual or a lesbian in the United States armed services wasn't a problem then WHY haven't they been allowed for over 200 years?funny we have fought many wars without open perversion among the ranks and have done great with most of them and we are still the strongest military power on earth,why would anyone (in their right mind)want to put that at risk?...or put it this way...if allowing homosexuals in the military or allowing them to be "open" whatever that is..if allowing them would put the slightest fraction of risk to the strength of the military or national security WHY would anyone even care about allowing them..is their sexual decisions in life so important that they are willing to put the country at risk...no true American would do that...face it this is the truth. If being a homosexual or a lesbian in the United States armed services wasn't a problem then WHY haven't they been allowed for over 200 years?funny we have fought many wars without open perversion among the ranks and have done great with most of them and we are still the strongest military power on earth,why would anyone (in their right mind)want to put that at risk?...or put it this way...if allowing homosexuals in the military or allowing them to be "open" whatever that is..if allowing them would put the slightest fraction of risk to the strength of the military or national security WHY would anyone even care about allowing them..is their sexual decisions in life so important that they are willing to put the country at risk...no true American would do that...face it this is the truth.

]]> By: DJ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104050 DJ Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:34:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104050 It is never a person's choice to be gay. God creates a person as gay. Those who would seek to ridicule or hurt those individuals are casting judgment on what God hath made, and that seems sinful to me. That does not give a gay person free license not to be responsible people or to force their orientation on others. I have known gays and lesbians in my lifetime that were outstanding people, who never forced their orientation on me. Some of these people were the best friends anyone could ask for, very loyal, honest, educated, good citizens, fine character, and some served or now serve with honor in the U.S. Military. So get over it - Iraq tested the waters shoring up with the Brits proving that sexual orientation does not make a difference. Again, to correct a prior post, being gay is not a choice, it is way the God created people. To imply otherwise, or to torture these people mentally or try to change them driving them to suicide in some cases - well, God help you who engage in such abuse. You may find yourself shaking on judgment day before your Maker. It is never a person's choice to be gay. God creates a person as gay. Those who would seek to ridicule or hurt those individuals are casting judgment on what God hath made, and that seems sinful to me. That does not give a gay person free license not to be responsible people or to force their orientation on others. I have known gays and lesbians in my lifetime that were outstanding people, who never forced their orientation on me. Some of these people were the best friends anyone could ask for, very loyal, honest, educated, good citizens, fine character, and some served or now serve with honor in the U.S. Military. So get over it – Iraq tested the waters shoring up with the Brits proving that sexual orientation does not make a difference. Again, to correct a prior post, being gay is not a choice, it is way the God created people. To imply otherwise, or to torture these people mentally or try to change them driving them to suicide in some cases – well, God help you who engage in such abuse. You may find yourself shaking on judgment day before your Maker.

]]> By: Carson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104020 Carson Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:25:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104020 This will KILL enlistment. And it comes at time when we are fighting two wars and need all the troops we can get. Doin' a heckuva job, Obamie ! You're not even sworn in yet and you're already FUBAR. Straight young men who want to take part in the very macho environment of the military will not be willing to take showers or live in close quarters with openly gay men. Most of you supporting this (like the clueless Obama) have never spent a minute of your lives in uniform. Imagine if you came in to your civilian job one morning and you hear that you will be taking showers with openly gay men. How many of you would continue to work there? (Not many). The military is not a normal 9 to 5 job with cubicles. You are in very close quarters for much of your training and straight people would be forced into very uncomfortable circumstances with people attracted to the same sex. Men and women aren't forced to shower together in the military, so gays and straights shouldn't be either. If you want to live your gay lifestyle do it oustside the military. This will KILL enlistment. And it comes at time when we are fighting two wars and need all the troops we can get. Doin' a heckuva job, Obamie ! You're not even sworn in yet and you're already FUBAR. Straight young men who want to take part in the very macho environment of the military will not be willing to take showers or live in close quarters with openly gay men. Most of you supporting this (like the clueless Obama) have never spent a minute of your lives in uniform. Imagine if you came in to your civilian job one morning and you hear that you will be taking showers with openly gay men. How many of you would continue to work there? (Not many). The military is not a normal 9 to 5 job with cubicles. You are in very close quarters for much of your training and straight people would be forced into very uncomfortable circumstances with people attracted to the same sex. Men and women aren't forced to shower together in the military, so gays and straights shouldn't be either. If you want to live your gay lifestyle do it oustside the military.

]]> By: UnitedFamily http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2104006 UnitedFamily Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:22:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2104006 The end of "don't ask, don't tell" is the beginning of "never mention this again", thank you.... MichaelHsu You say you won't serve with gays. Don't look now because I would almost guarantee you probably already do!! I am a spouse(wife) of a female active service member and to have the ban done away with would mean more than most could imagine!! It would mean to me that I would be the first one to be notified if something was to happen to her I would be called not someone in her family and then have them contact me....MichaelHsu How would your wife feel if someone else was to be notifed and they found everything out second hand??? How would everyones else wifes and or husbands feel? As far as holding hands in uniform it is not even that how about walking on the beach holding hands, in a shopping mall, movie theater and so on....can you say that doesn't happen with all of the heteosexuals...someone said as long as we (homosexuals) keep it in the privacy of our own homes what about all of the heteosexuals keeping it in the privacy of their own homes??? How about being able to go to all of the holiday parties, festivals, support groups, helping in the spouses organizations. How about being able to be the one to legally be able to make health decisions for each other and not have to side on the sidelines and watch someone else be the one to be making the important stuff.... The end of "don't ask, don't tell" is the beginning of "never mention this again", thank you....
MichaelHsu
You say you won't serve with gays. Don't look now because I would almost guarantee you probably already do!! I am a spouse(wife) of a female active service member and to have the ban done away with would mean more than most could imagine!! It would mean to me that I would be the first one to be notified if something was to happen to her I would be called not someone in her family and then have them contact me....MichaelHsu How would your wife feel if someone else was to be notifed and they found everything out second hand??? How would everyones else wifes and or husbands feel? As far as holding hands in uniform it is not even that how about walking on the beach holding hands, in a shopping mall, movie theater and so on....can you say that doesn't happen with all of the heteosexuals...someone said as long as we (homosexuals) keep it in the privacy of our own homes what about all of the heteosexuals keeping it in the privacy of their own homes??? How about being able to go to all of the holiday parties, festivals, support groups, helping in the spouses organizations. How about being able to be the one to legally be able to make health decisions for each other and not have to side on the sidelines and watch someone else be the one to be making the important stuff....

]]> By: Patrice http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103999 Patrice Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:19:24 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103999 It doesn't matter what a person's sexual preference is unless you are hoping to have sex with that person. Otherwise, it is irrelevant. It doesn't matter what a person's sexual preference is unless you are hoping to have sex with that person. Otherwise, it is irrelevant.

]]> By: dave http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103989 dave Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:16:07 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103989 Sexuality doesn't change the path of a bullet Sexuality doesn't change the path of a bullet

]]> By: Disgruntled republican http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103973 Disgruntled republican Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:08:24 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103973 Anyone who is willing to risk their life to defend their country should be able to do so. These people risk their lives for people who don't want to see them serve their county. DADT needs to abolished. There have been gays in the military for years. God bless them and all the soldiers who faithfully serve OUR country. Anyone who is willing to risk their life to defend their country should be able to do so. These people risk their lives for people who don't want to see them serve their county. DADT needs to abolished. There have been gays in the military for years. God bless them and all the soldiers who faithfully serve OUR country.

]]> By: Peter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103964 Peter Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:05:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103964 Gays serving openly in the military: Stupid idea then, stupid idea now. Don't ask, don't tell works. Why subvert military discipline by allowing disruptive behavior of any kind? Behavior is after all what's we're talking about - Everyone's entitled to his/her orientation. No reason that can't be kept private. People pushing for this just don't understand the military. The cohesion of the unit is paramount, not individuals' expressions. To diminish the morale of the military this way isn't change, it's insanity. Gays serving openly in the military: Stupid idea then, stupid idea now. Don't ask, don't tell works. Why subvert military discipline by allowing disruptive behavior of any kind? Behavior is after all what's we're talking about – Everyone's entitled to his/her orientation. No reason that can't be kept private. People pushing for this just don't understand the military. The cohesion of the unit is paramount, not individuals' expressions. To diminish the morale of the military this way isn't change, it's insanity.

]]> By: Former Marine http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103940 Former Marine Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:59:22 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103940 It's rather odd how much of an interest evangelical Christians and others take in the private activity of others. During my service in the Marines, I met people from all wakes of life, some of whom were homosexual. Serving with these individuals was an honor, and I would challenge those whose religion forces them to a prejudical opinion to serve, go to a war zone, and tell me the difference between serving with a heterosexual or homosexual. It's time to wipe our hands clean of bigotry in the name of religion and treat people with some respect. It's rather odd how much of an interest evangelical Christians and others take in the private activity of others. During my service in the Marines, I met people from all wakes of life, some of whom were homosexual. Serving with these individuals was an honor, and I would challenge those whose religion forces them to a prejudical opinion to serve, go to a war zone, and tell me the difference between serving with a heterosexual or homosexual. It's time to wipe our hands clean of bigotry in the name of religion and treat people with some respect.

]]> By: Jake http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103934 Jake Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:57:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103934 Well, I just want to say, that I know that there are plenty of gay men in the military. And I like it that way! They can serve our country, then hopefully I can service them! Well, I just want to say, that I know that there are plenty of gay men in the military. And I like it that way! They can serve our country, then hopefully I can service them!

]]> By: Edgar http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103924 Edgar Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:51:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103924 keep the ban and don't see evil can't hear evil. keep the ban and don't see evil can't hear evil.

]]> By: Pam Holt Los Angeles, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103913 Pam Holt Los Angeles, CA Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:48:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103913 It is high time! But there does need to be some protection for these brave soldiers against uneducated homophobes. It is high time! But there does need to be some protection for these brave soldiers against uneducated homophobes.

]]> By: Steve In Long Beach, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103908 Steve In Long Beach, CA Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:48:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103908 I'm a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, having served over 23 years. I'm Gay and have always been gay. I served with honor and dignignity. Gay doesn't mean pervert or sex fiend. Millions of gay people go to work everyday and do their job without any problems. In conversations I had with co-workers in the military almost all said that they would be ok with gays in the military as long as they act professional and do their job. Years ago, Blacks couldn't be trusted to serve along side whites and/or women weren't capable enough to serve along side men. Blacks and women have served for years (now) with pride and honor. Gays are just as capable and trustworthy. It's time for don't ask, don't tell to end. I'm a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, having served over 23 years. I'm Gay and have always been gay. I served with honor and dignignity.

Gay doesn't mean pervert or sex fiend. Millions of gay people go to work everyday and do their job without any problems.

In conversations I had with co-workers in the military almost all said that they would be ok with gays in the military as long as they act professional and do their job.

Years ago, Blacks couldn't be trusted to serve along side whites and/or women weren't capable enough to serve along side men. Blacks and women have served for years (now) with pride and honor. Gays are just as capable and trustworthy.

It's time for don't ask, don't tell to end.

]]> By: Bryce http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103902 Bryce Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:47:12 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103902 I think a lot of the people on this thread don't really understand the issue. As a gay man I believe that most homosexual people within the military know that being open about there sexuality may make there career more difficult, and they are intelligent enough to know they would probably be discriminated against and hazed and would, therefore, probably choose to remain "in the closet" even if they could be open about their sexuality. The good thing about the changing of the DADT policy is that they wouldn't have to fear being fired. Also for all you guys who believe that every gay man would be "checking you out" in the shower or when your changing, I ask you how big is your ego? Do you really think that you are so good looking that everyone who is attracted to your gender would automaticaly be attracted to you? How hot do you think you are I think a lot of the people on this thread don't really understand the issue. As a gay man I believe that most homosexual people within the military know that being open about there sexuality may make there career more difficult, and they are intelligent enough to know they would probably be discriminated against and hazed and would, therefore, probably choose to remain "in the closet" even if they could be open about their sexuality. The good thing about the changing of the DADT policy is that they wouldn't have to fear being fired.

Also for all you guys who believe that every gay man would be "checking you out" in the shower or when your changing, I ask you how big is your ego? Do you really think that you are so good looking that everyone who is attracted to your gender would automaticaly be attracted to you? How hot do you think you are

]]> By: BWF http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103892 BWF Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:45:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103892 I think it's ridiculous that people think that the Don't Ask Don't Tell law should not be removed. Gay people have been serving in the military for its whole history. The only difference is that people aren't allowed to be openly gay. This has nothing to do with whether or not it is morally wrong or right to be gay. That has nothing to do with a person's ability to follow orders and to be disciplined. I myself am Catholic and I believe in the teachings in the Bible. But nowhere does it say that someone who is gay should not be allowed to defend their country. The fact that this law was ever instated is simply ridiculous. It's about time it is repealed. I think it's ridiculous that people think that the Don't Ask Don't Tell law should not be removed. Gay people have been serving in the military for its whole history. The only difference is that people aren't allowed to be openly gay. This has nothing to do with whether or not it is morally wrong or right to be gay. That has nothing to do with a person's ability to follow orders and to be disciplined. I myself am Catholic and I believe in the teachings in the Bible. But nowhere does it say that someone who is gay should not be allowed to defend their country. The fact that this law was ever instated is simply ridiculous. It's about time it is repealed.

]]> By: Sapper http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103883 Sapper Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:43:24 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103883 I am an active duty service member, i have had to chapter soldiers out because they were gay - true he was probably using it as an excuse to not go to Iraq but thats on him. with the DADT lifted that can no longer be used as an excuse to not serve this great nation. My one request is that if you are openly gay and serving in the military that you follow the UCMJ on PDA in uniform, I do with my significant other. I am an active duty service member, i have had to chapter soldiers out because they were gay – true he was probably using it as an excuse to not go to Iraq but thats on him. with the DADT lifted that can no longer be used as an excuse to not serve this great nation. My one request is that if you are openly gay and serving in the military that you follow the UCMJ on PDA in uniform, I do with my significant other.

]]> By: USAF Rocks! http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103868 USAF Rocks! Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:40:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103868 What!?!?!?!? I've been serving with gays for almost 20 yrs!!! Get the He!! outof here...... Why would any person care what sexual orientation their fellow service member is. Sexual orientation doesn't have anything to do with smarts or loyalty! I have seen many of closed lip gays serving our country with honor. I do not agree with the lifestyle but I was "born" straight and not gay. Yes...there are people who have a sexual identity problem. I had a guy who was gay as my room-mate. Guess what, he wasn't trying to have sex with me (nor did he for those who want to know). If I ever needed someone who "had my back" it was him. I didn't even need a "butt plate" issued to me. For all of those bigots out there...answer this question. "If you hate gays soooo much, wouldn't you want them to die on the battlefield so there would be less of "them?" Since I have been a grown up and left childish fears behind me. I have realized that a lot of things that I have learned as a child wasn't right. Isn't it time that we started growing up as a nation? What!?!?!?!? I've been serving with gays for almost 20 yrs!!! Get the He!! outof here...... Why would any person care what sexual orientation their fellow service member is. Sexual orientation doesn't have anything to do with smarts or loyalty! I have seen many of closed lip gays serving our country with honor. I do not agree with the lifestyle but I was "born" straight and not gay. Yes...there are people who have a sexual identity problem. I had a guy who was gay as my room-mate. Guess what, he wasn't trying to have sex with me (nor did he for those who want to know). If I ever needed someone who "had my back" it was him. I didn't even need a "butt plate" issued to me.

For all of those bigots out there...answer this question. "If you hate gays soooo much, wouldn't you want them to die on the battlefield so there would be less of "them?"

Since I have been a grown up and left childish fears behind me. I have realized that a lot of things that I have learned as a child wasn't right. Isn't it time that we started growing up as a nation?

]]> By: Bill FT.Lewis http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103861 Bill FT.Lewis Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:38:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103861 I think that gays should be able to server in the military but not in all of the mos such as infantry. I know in my unit it would just create a lot of problems. Treat them like we treat the woman, we don’t let them in SF, Rangers and Infantry so I don’t think we should let an openly gay person in either. I think that gays should be able to server in the military but not in all of the mos such as infantry. I know in my unit it would just create a lot of problems. Treat them like we treat the woman, we don’t let them in SF, Rangers and Infantry so I don’t think we should let an openly gay person in either.

]]> By: lrockyb http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103859 lrockyb Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:36:36 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103859 Whenever I hear so-called 'straight' guys worried about gay guys checking them out in the shower or hitting on them, I have to ask,"what makes you so sure that any gay guy would be interested in you?" Oh, you've probably heard about 'gay'dar. You know, gay guys can immediately spot other gay guys. Don' worry it doesn't exist. But of course you could give yourself away. But then again, I' not gay, so I couldn't care less who checks me out. And I'm capable of saying, "Thanks, but no thanks." Or you worried that you can't? Whenever I hear so-called 'straight' guys worried about gay guys checking them out in the shower or hitting on them, I have to ask,"what makes you so sure that any gay guy would be interested in you?" Oh, you've probably heard about 'gay'dar. You know, gay guys can immediately spot other gay guys. Don' worry it doesn't exist. But of course you could give yourself away. But then again, I' not gay, so I couldn't care less who checks me out. And I'm capable of saying, "Thanks, but no thanks." Or you worried that you can't?

]]> By: Equality for All http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103850 Equality for All Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:33:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103850 Everyone should be allowed to serve our country no matter what their sexual preference is. We have man and woman of african american, latino, asian, white and every other ethnicity serving and is time to move forward and allow any one willing to defent this great country of us. President Obama is the change we all were waiting for, from gay rights to civil rights to Equality for all. We are all created equal, why we must discriminate agains others, God loves everyone the same no matter what others tell you! Everyone should be allowed to serve our country no matter what their sexual preference is.

We have man and woman of african american, latino, asian, white and every other ethnicity serving and is time to move forward and allow any one willing to defent this great country of us.

President Obama is the change we all were waiting for, from gay rights to civil rights to Equality for all.

We are all created equal, why we must discriminate agains others, God loves everyone the same no matter what others tell you!

]]> By: Marie Canada http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103845 Marie Canada Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:31:28 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103845 The problem doesn't lie with the gays the problem lies with the Evangelicals. These Jesus freaks have no concern about anything other than having everyone conform to warped and bigotted views. Wake up America and join the modern countries in the world where sexual orientation isn't an issue and the church is kept under control except for those who prey on the children in their congregations. The problem doesn't lie with the gays the problem lies with the Evangelicals. These Jesus freaks have no concern about anything other than having everyone conform to warped and bigotted views.

Wake up America and join the modern countries in the world where sexual orientation isn't an issue and the church is kept under control except for those who prey on the children in their congregations.

]]> By: Army NCO http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103843 Army NCO Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:30:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103843 I want to be very careful about what I say here. As someone who is profoundly grateful to be able to serve in the U.S. Army (16+ years), I have two points to make: 1. The British Army is the one foreign Army I would be honored to serve with. They lifted the ban on homosexuality years ago. And they went one step further. They invited all the people that were discharged and still wnted to serve their country back into the ranks. 2. There have been gay soldiers that I would trust my life with. Then there are straight soldiers that I wouldn't leave my wallet around or trust a secret with. With our current personnel demands, I would rather be in close quarters with a gay man than a thief or someone who would rape or beat a helpless human being, or sell gov't secrets or property. My only condition with gays and lesbians has been this: I will respect your sexuality so long as you respect mine. I am in my 40's and that has worked well for me and the gays and lesbians that I have worked with over the years. People that can't handle that kind of diversity in a professional environment may just have a little growing up to do. And by the way, how much courage does a soldier really have if he is afraid, in other words, not mature enough to be within inches of a gay person? What else will give him the creepy-jeebies? Is such a person mature enough to handle the kind of adversity we have volunteered to face when called upon? I know this will irk some people, but just a few thoughts I want to be very careful about what I say here. As someone who is profoundly grateful to be able to serve in the U.S. Army (16+ years), I have two points to make:
1. The British Army is the one foreign Army I would be honored to serve with. They lifted the ban on homosexuality years ago. And they went one step further. They invited all the people that were discharged and still wnted to serve their country back into the ranks.
2. There have been gay soldiers that I would trust my life with. Then there are straight soldiers that I wouldn't leave my wallet around or trust a secret with. With our current personnel demands, I would rather be in close quarters with a gay man than a thief or someone who would rape or beat a helpless human being, or sell gov't secrets or property.
My only condition with gays and lesbians has been this: I will respect your sexuality so long as you respect mine. I am in my 40's and that has worked well for me and the gays and lesbians that I have worked with over the years.
People that can't handle that kind of diversity in a professional environment may just have a little growing up to do.
And by the way, how much courage does a soldier really have if he is afraid, in other words, not mature enough to be within inches of a gay person? What else will give him the creepy-jeebies? Is such a person mature enough to handle the kind of adversity we have volunteered to face when called upon?
I know this will irk some people, but just a few thoughts

]]> By: Change is coming...DEAL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103840 Change is coming...DEAL Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:29:01 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103840 Michael Hsu.....you probably already have and don't know it genius. Michael Hsu.....you probably already have and don't know it genius.

]]> By: Paul http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103837 Paul Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:28:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103837 I think that DADT should be repealed as soon as possible. It is a very bigoted law. Gay people are just as brave, fit, and able to serve as straight people. Also, it shows great honor to defend a country that will not even give you basic civil rights. This situation is very similar to the segregation of African-Americans. Also, to the people with the religious arguments, AMERICA IS NOT A THEOCRACY! Equal rights for all! I think that DADT should be repealed as soon as possible. It is a very bigoted law. Gay people are just as brave, fit, and able to serve as straight people. Also, it shows great honor to defend a country that will not even give you basic civil rights. This situation is very similar to the segregation of African-Americans. Also, to the people with the religious arguments, AMERICA IS NOT A THEOCRACY! Equal rights for all!

]]> By: Annjell http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103830 Annjell Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:27:03 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103830 This is sad, people here that are against Gays & Lesbians. How many of you sat and enjoyed when Madonna kissed Britney Spears? How many of you guys have the fantasy of having 2 women at the same time? It's sad that you want people to be like you! I am a straight female. I don't have a problem with people being who they are, I have a problem when I don't know who I am dealing with. I am not atheist, but I don't hang around so-called christians because of their attitudes. It would be recommended if you read "Plato's Republic," then go back and read the old chapter of the bible. There you will see the bible talking about the Greek philosophers. I do have a problem with christians trying to tell people how to live their lives - but offer no help when it's needed. 1) anti-abortion, why aren't christians getting these babies, kids out of foster care, juvenile? Why are people crossing state lines to drop off kids in Nebraska? 2)anti-gay/lesbian - these people suffer just like other minorities, and have to work just as hard to prove their just like anyone else. Besides, they are some of the best friends you could ever have. 3)anti-minority - we are all human, people just come in different colors. 4)anti-poor - yet, good enough to take advantage of the poor. 5)jealous of Gay/Lesbian because they have relationships they enjoy being in, and wasn't forced in. One day, people filled with so much hatred will come to realize that it's the hate inside of you that will destroy your soul, and decent relationships with other people. This is sad, people here that are against Gays & Lesbians. How many of you sat and enjoyed when Madonna kissed Britney Spears? How many of you guys have the fantasy of having 2 women at the same time?
It's sad that you want people to be like you! I am a straight female. I don't have a problem with people being who they are, I have a problem when I don't know who I am dealing with.

I am not atheist, but I don't hang around so-called christians because of their attitudes. It would be recommended if you read "Plato's Republic," then go back and read the old chapter of the bible. There you will see the bible talking about the Greek philosophers.

I do have a problem with christians trying to tell people how to live their lives – but offer no help when it's needed.
1) anti-abortion, why aren't christians getting these babies, kids out of foster care, juvenile? Why are people crossing state lines to drop off kids in Nebraska?
2)anti-gay/lesbian – these people suffer just like other minorities, and have to work just as hard to prove their just like anyone else. Besides, they are some of the best friends you could ever have.
3)anti-minority – we are all human, people just come in different colors.
4)anti-poor – yet, good enough to take advantage of the poor.
5)jealous of Gay/Lesbian because they have relationships they enjoy being in, and wasn't forced in.

One day, people filled with so much hatred will come to realize that it's the hate inside of you that will destroy your soul, and decent relationships with other people.

]]> By: Theo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103824 Theo Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:24:59 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103824 Thank you Anna, apparently one person understands the problems with something like this. Unfortunatly Anna, gay people will not just stop at a civil union. they want to be on the same "moral" page as those in a heterosexual couple. this means that Ministers would be unable to teach that homosexuality is a sin. not only that, this would be taught in our schools, teaching children that same sex marriage is the same as traditional marriage! Thank you Anna, apparently one person understands the problems with something like this. Unfortunatly Anna, gay people will not just stop at a civil union. they want to be on the same "moral" page as those in a heterosexual couple. this means that Ministers would be unable to teach that homosexuality is a sin. not only that, this would be taught in our schools, teaching children that same sex marriage is the same as traditional marriage!

]]> By: Ray Fisher http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103820 Ray Fisher Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:24:16 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103820 Next time ask the GIs, they thought it was lame from the start. If a troop cannot serve with gays they shouldn't be in the military since the military is merely a microchasm of life. Next time ask the GIs, they thought it was lame from the start. If a troop cannot serve with gays they shouldn't be in the military since the military is merely a microchasm of life.

]]> By: Brad http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103816 Brad Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:22:22 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103816 I just want to thank all of those in the military (and civilian who support the ban to be lifted. I have proudly served 15 years. I am the last you would suspect, I have been happily in a relationship most of my career. I would never flaunt it, but darn its so hard. You have no clue what is like to live such a dare I say LIE? I don't get to participate in the balls etc...and much of the military lifestyle. When this is lifted I promise to be hold myself to the same standard that any military person should be held to. Thank you I just want to thank all of those in the military (and civilian who support the ban to be lifted. I have proudly served 15 years. I am the last you would suspect, I have been happily in a relationship most of my career. I would never flaunt it, but darn its so hard. You have no clue what is like to live such a dare I say LIE? I don't get to participate in the balls etc...and much of the military lifestyle. When this is lifted I promise to be hold myself to the same standard that any military person should be held to. Thank you

]]> By: Air 1 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103798 Air 1 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:17:43 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103798 As a Soldier, I say let them serve. If they want to take the lousy pay,,the lousy food, being shot at and all of the other great thing that come with serving your country so the whiners and the others can go on these comments page and complain. Oh also remember that if you want to join that you will be underpaid and also that Pres elect Obama is discussing cutting the buget for the military by 25% and we are already below the national average in pay. So come ahead. As a Soldier, I say let them serve. If they want to take the lousy pay,,the lousy food, being shot at and all of the other great thing that come with serving your country so the whiners and the others can go on these comments page and complain. Oh also remember that if you want to join that you will be underpaid and also that Pres elect Obama is discussing cutting the buget for the military by 25% and we are already below the national average in pay. So come ahead.

]]> By: Mark http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103788 Mark Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:15:56 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103788 I don't see a reason for Don't Ask, Don't Tell to be changed. If it works, why not just leave it alone? The military is not the place to insert beliefs or politics. Whatever allows our military to do its job properly is what we should do. It doesn't matter what your views are concerning homosexuals. Keep those domestic. The military needs to be as good as it can be to do its job: protecting us. End of story. I don't see a reason for Don't Ask, Don't Tell to be changed. If it works, why not just leave it alone?

The military is not the place to insert beliefs or politics. Whatever allows our military to do its job properly is what we should do. It doesn't matter what your views are concerning homosexuals. Keep those domestic. The military needs to be as good as it can be to do its job: protecting us. End of story.

]]> By: Bobby http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103785 Bobby Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:14:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103785 I'm in the military and for those of you who don't know, the military is full of wonderful, professional gay people. WE live, shower, and work alongside them as soldiers. The people who are posting this fearmongering, homophobic crap have never served in the military and are using those of us who have as puppets for their hate filled beliefs. Try actually serving in the military instead of just putting a yellow ribbon next to you "Bush Cheney 04" bumper sticker. I'm in the military and for those of you who don't know, the military is full of wonderful, professional gay people. WE live, shower, and work alongside them as soldiers. The people who are posting this fearmongering, homophobic crap have never served in the military and are using those of us who have as puppets for their hate filled beliefs. Try actually serving in the military instead of just putting a yellow ribbon next to you "Bush Cheney 04" bumper sticker.

]]> By: Bobby http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103787 Bobby Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:12:27 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103787 I'm in the military and for those of you who don't know, the military is full of wonderful, professional gay people. WE live, shower, and work alongside them as soldiers. The people who are posting this fearmongering, homophobic crap have never served in the military and are using those of us who have as puppets for their hate filled beliefs. Try actually serving in the military instead of just putting a yellow ribbon next to you "Bush Cheney 04" bumper sticker. I'm in the military and for those of you who don't know, the military is full of wonderful, professional gay people. WE live, shower, and work alongside them as soldiers. The people who are posting this fearmongering, homophobic crap have never served in the military and are using those of us who have as puppets for their hate filled beliefs. Try actually serving in the military instead of just putting a yellow ribbon next to you "Bush Cheney 04" bumper sticker.

]]> By: Anna, ATL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103778 Anna, ATL Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:12:12 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103778 How bizarre that Constitutional rights are soooo conditional... Full freedom to serve in the military; full freedom to form civil unions. but if I may.... Leave the term 'marriage' out of it. The word is firmly grounded in religious principle. In fact, if it wasn't for man's belief in divine sovereignty over his sexuality, there probably wouldn't any concept of marriage. Ancient Rome had same-sex unions, but they didn't call it marriage. Believe it or not, there are a significant number of Americans (and others throughout the world of varyious faiths and sects) who still take the concept of marriage as a holy directive seriously, and I think as much as we can, others' values should be respected. Use of the word is not a civil rights issue, I am sorry to say. We have to live within the limits of each others' dignity. Forcing the Church to swallow gay marriage is like forcing restaurants in New Delhi to serve angus beef. If you need support for the right to openly express mutual affection and enjoy the same rights as married heterosexual couples, I am with you. But, please, call it something else. How bizarre that Constitutional rights are soooo conditional...
Full freedom to serve in the military; full freedom to form civil unions.

but if I may....
Leave the term 'marriage' out of it. The word is firmly grounded in religious principle. In fact, if it wasn't for man's belief in divine sovereignty over his sexuality, there probably wouldn't any concept of marriage. Ancient Rome had same-sex unions, but they didn't call it marriage.
Believe it or not, there are a significant number of Americans (and others throughout the world of varyious faiths and sects) who still take the concept of marriage as a holy directive seriously, and I think as much as we can, others' values should be respected.

Use of the word is not a civil rights issue, I am sorry to say.
We have to live within the limits of each others' dignity.

Forcing the Church to swallow gay marriage is like forcing restaurants in New Delhi to serve angus beef.

If you need support for the right to openly express mutual affection and enjoy the same rights as married heterosexual couples, I am with you.
But, please, call it something else.

]]> By: Clarence http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103777 Clarence Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:12:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103777 The present policy doesn't ban homosexuals from serving it as long as they don't flaunt their sexuality. They made a choice of lifestyles and sexual partners, that's their business. As a heterosexual Soldier I can't go around holding my wife's hand in uniform or being overtly affectionate in public. What homosexuals do behind closed doors are their business. Just like I keep my private sex life private homosexuals need to keep theirs the same. The present policy doesn't ban homosexuals from serving it as long as they don't flaunt their sexuality. They made a choice of lifestyles and sexual partners, that's their business. As a heterosexual Soldier I can't go around holding my wife's hand in uniform or being overtly affectionate in public. What homosexuals do behind closed doors are their business. Just like I keep my private sex life private homosexuals need to keep theirs the same.

]]> By: Pierre Alexes http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103773 Pierre Alexes Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:11:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103773 As a Canadian, I am proud to say that our military recruits gays. The bravery of our military is proof enough in Afghanistan. Great Britain's and Israel's military, just to name 2 other countries, don't discriminate against gays in their military. I am tempted to say that Israel's military and Great Britain's military performances have been proven. The U.S. military might take a few lessons from them. The U.S. has too many religious bigots and proven by their hypocrisy. As a Canadian, I am proud to say that our military recruits gays. The bravery of our military is proof enough in Afghanistan. Great Britain's and Israel's military, just to name 2 other countries, don't discriminate against gays in their military. I am tempted to say that Israel's military and Great Britain's military performances have been proven. The U.S. military might take a few lessons from them.
The U.S. has too many religious bigots and proven by their hypocrisy.

]]> By: Todd http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103770 Todd Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:10:09 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103770 Folks, those of your who have not served in the US military over the last ten years may be amazed to learn: 1) all service members receive gay/lesbian sensitivity training on an annual basis (i.e. taught the basis of Don't Ask/Don't Tell; taught to respect others of different sexual orientation). 2) during training and deployment, men and women frequently sleep in the same tents/living quarters due to limited resources. I have never witnessed inappropriate sexual behavior among service members in these circumstances. Folks, those of your who have not served in the US military over the last ten years may be amazed to learn:

1) all service members receive gay/lesbian sensitivity training on an annual basis (i.e. taught the basis of Don't Ask/Don't Tell; taught to respect others of different sexual orientation).

2) during training and deployment, men and women frequently sleep in the same tents/living quarters due to limited resources.

I have never witnessed inappropriate sexual behavior among service members in these circumstances.

]]> By: tiffany in ohio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103768 tiffany in ohio Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:09:58 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103768 i dont know why people are so afraid of gays. unless they are sitting in front of your home having sex or is stalking you then you shouldnt be worried. gay people look for other gay people to hook up with not straight (unless you show curiosity). it has been gay people on this earth since the beginning of time an its not going to change so get over it an give them rights so they can be happy.lord knows alot of straight people cant even be happy in a normal relationship. i dont know why people are so afraid of gays. unless they are sitting in front of your home having sex or is stalking you then you shouldnt be worried. gay people look for other gay people to hook up with not straight (unless you show curiosity). it has been gay people on this earth since the beginning of time an its not going to change so get over it an give them rights so they can be happy.lord knows alot of straight people cant even be happy in a normal relationship.

]]> By: Observer http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103763 Observer Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:07:46 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103763 I want to begin by saying that I truly believe that anyone who is willing to lay down their life in defense of their country should have the opportunity to serve with honor and not be subjected to discrimination. What do you do with living quarters? What do you do about the showers? If homosexuals are forced to shower in the same showers at the same time as heterosexuals then we should also do away with the sexual segregation that already exists. (Male/female) Either everyone gets their own shower/living quarters or it should become universally coed. Yes? No? Please discuss. I want to begin by saying that I truly believe that anyone who is willing to lay down their life in defense of their country should have the opportunity to serve with honor and not be subjected to discrimination.
What do you do with living quarters? What do you do about the showers? If homosexuals are forced to shower in the same showers at the same time as heterosexuals then we should also do away with the sexual segregation that already exists. (Male/female) Either everyone gets their own shower/living quarters or it should become universally coed. Yes? No? Please discuss.

]]> By: Common Sense Head http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103758 Common Sense Head Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:05:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103758 We all know many gays have served the nation honorably in many ways, including the military but ….its best for all of us to not wear our sexuality on our sleeves. It makes people uncomfortable – especially in the shower! Stay in and serve on.. We all know many gays have served the nation honorably in many ways, including the military but ….its best for all of us to not wear our sexuality on our sleeves. It makes people uncomfortable – especially in the shower! Stay in and serve on..

]]> By: Not Sure http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103751 Not Sure Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:03:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103751 Hey President Elect Obama, here's an idea. Why not ask the military men and women what they think - not the leadership, retirees, politicians, civilians - but the current people serving in the military. It seems like they would be the best to judge what affect this would have on the military...just a thought. Hey President Elect Obama, here's an idea. Why not ask the military men and women what they think – not the leadership, retirees, politicians, civilians – but the current people serving in the military. It seems like they would be the best to judge what affect this would have on the military...just a thought.

]]> By: Jeff DeLuca http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103747 Jeff DeLuca Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:01:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103747 May I ask when you chose to be straight? Mind your own business and let people live their lives. Neither you or the government have any right to tell two consenting adults what they can and can't do in the privacy of their own homes. May I ask when you chose to be straight?

Mind your own business and let people live their lives. Neither you or the government have any right to tell two consenting adults what they can and can't do in the privacy of their own homes.

]]> By: justin b. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103743 justin b. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:00:06 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103743 To those of you who say "the mission/troops would lose focus", (and other such nonsense) because of an openly serving gay person, you've got it all wrong. The fault lies with the bigot, for being so shortsighted as to let their OWN prejudice cloud their ability to "properly serve" the armed forces of the United States of America. To those of you who say "the mission/troops would lose focus", (and other such nonsense) because of an openly serving gay person, you've got it all wrong. The fault lies with the bigot, for being so shortsighted as to let their OWN prejudice cloud their ability to "properly serve" the armed forces of the United States of America.

]]> By: Freethinker http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/11/18/the-end-of-dont-ask-dont-tell/#comment-2103742 Freethinker Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:59:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=30727#comment-2103742 By the way, I'm a heterosexual military officer but I get discriminated against for my Athesim, more than the homosexual military members. Also: A recent study showed that more Americans would accept having a gay President than an Atheist one. Hmmmm..... By the way,

I'm a heterosexual military officer but I get discriminated against for my Athesim, more than the homosexual military members.

Also:
A recent study showed that more Americans would accept having a gay President than an Atheist one.

Hmmmm.....

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