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GAYS IN THE MILITARY  

My uncle, who fought in Vietnam and was awarded two Purple Hearts, was in the Army. He died recently and when I ran across the article, Gays in the military, in the 3/25/07 issue of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, I wondered what he would have thought about this issue.

The United States has maintained its "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on gays in the military since 1993. So what about the UK, France, and other countries in the EU? How do those armies and navies handle the issue of gays in the military?

It's time to change the old and restrictive way of thinking about gays in the Military.

England, Australia, and Canada allow homosexuals to serve in their military. They've seen no trouble doing so and it's time America stopped its prejudice against homosexuals and learned from its allies.

The homosexual community is offended by General Pace's comments and the public in general has forgotten the real reason behind "Don't Ask, Don't Tell."

In short, gay rights in general are the same as rights of heterosexuals. The main emphasis on gay rights within the last few years were the right of gay marriages and the right for gay couples to adopt children.

The active duty military is being stretched to the limit by the war on terror at the same time service members are being discharged in record numbers under "don't ask, don't tell."

Retired General John M. Shalikashvili and other Retired Military and Politicians think it's time to get rid of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy stopping openly gay men and women from entering the U.S. Armed Forces.

Watching the Democratic debates very closely, two issues were brought up: "War in Iraq" and "Gays in the Military". The two of them have gone hand to hand within the last few years.

This week on 60 Minutes: an interview with Darren Manzella, an openly gay sergeant serving in the U.S. Army. Plus, a piece exploring a new challenge to the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" approach to gays.

On Sunday night June 3rd, the 8 Democratic candidates vying for the presidency expressed their views on the Iraqi War, health care, economy and more in the nationally televised debate

Define 'immoral' please. In a nation of immigrants and crossfiring religions, our own lawmakers can't even be bothered to accommodate the minorities who, with all their gall, decided to do hard work to keep this country running...

The much anticipated Republican debate featuring questions posed to the candidates via a YouTube video. The concept is interesting and could have been a very interesting format.

A look at the 2008 presidential candidates, their histories and backgrounds. Also a short discussion on the likely Vice Presidential Candidates.

Curious to see how the 2008 presidential race is going to shape up? I look into the future at the final month of campaigning in the "battleground state" of Ohio.

Do you have an opinion on a hot topic like abortion, Harry Potter, gays in the military, President Bush, gay marriage, Hillary Clinton, or the Sopranos? Well, say it with a t-shirt! Even better, you can get your message out there and get paid for it.

The senator who ended the military draft in 1971, has taken on a long-shot campaign for the Democratic primary election. Mike Gravel's radical views towards change for the country have piqued the interest of the media, as he hopes to do the same with voters.

Feature on being gay and homeless in Texas

Ocean Beach is a neighborhood in San Diego that has retained its distinct sixties charm and individualism.

Homosexuals in the 20th century faced persecution. As homosexuality widened into mainstream public consciousness as has awareness that homosexuals face various forms of persecution to this day as second class class citizens.

The GOP YouTube Debate started with a country and western song about the candidates. Then it proceeded with a bang when Rudi Giuliani accused Mitt Romney of employing illegal aliens and, in effect, operating a "sanctuary mansion."

The US House of Representatives have approved a bill, granting broad protections against discrimination in the workplace for gay men. Gays are becoming increasingly open about their choice of lifestyles - and I do not believe that is uniformly a good thing.

All eight Democratic candidates debate on CNN's New Hampshire's Saint Anselm College campus. The winners and losers of the debate.

HAMPTON - Democratic Presidential hopeful Chris Dodd said yesterday that he would like to see the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on homosexuals in uniform repealed.

The Clinton News Network (CNN) does it again!

The first ever CNN hosted debate where the candidates were given question via video on YouTube. It was a very interesting format and did even have a few spontaneous comedic moments.

Do stereotypes usefully represent real knowledge or merely reflect counter-productive prejudice?

Recent announcement of former NBA player John Amaechi that he is gay has sent shockwaves and mixed response from the league.

How a narrative versus a statistical research method can be better for social issues

how have gay rights movements in foreign countries impact gay rights in the United States?

Hillary Clinton, after recent debates, is undeniably one of the strongest candidates for the Democratic Party in the upcoming 2008 election.

It is February, 2007 and the United States is in a "war". A new presidential race is just kicking off! Has anyone heard about the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy lately?

Key points for the last five years since 9-11 and the onset of the war in Iraq. Has anything changed? You decide. This is based on historical facts, with my opinion added. You can agree or disagree, but nothing changes.

This marvelous resource is an invaluable collection to those with an interest in history.

Due to a section in the No Child Left Behind act, the Pentagon has access to student directories that can be used for military recruiting.

Egypt is the second-leading recipient of US aid, most of it military, though Egypt has not been at war with anyone since 1967--except against those critical of the regime.

Soulforce and the Equality Riders, a social justice organization that works to end political and religious oppression of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, are making a significant and positive impact on American college and university campuses.

Westboro Baptist Church members believe that America's involvement in Iraq and the resulting casaulties is God's way of punishing America for its tolerance of homosexuality

The military is still a business. And anyone who knows anything about business knows that discrimination is bad policy.

A short debunking of common marijuana myths and a brief enumeration of the many potential benefits of cannabis legalization. Originally written in 2003.

The fight for civil rights in America has been waged on several fronts; one of the most significant of these is on the front for freedom of sexual preference, punctuated by what has come to be known as "The Stonewall Riot".

Gays deserve better and so does everyone else.

The military's don't ask don't tell policy was signed into law by President Bill Clinton. Does the Joint Chief of Staff's comments signal a change?

A pro-family activist Tuesday criticized United States Senator and Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton for a Saturday speech that the activist said was pro homosexual marriage and also supported the adoption rights of homosexuals.

Poland made great strides when it came to winning independence from the Communist USSR. Now it needs to grant independence to other oppressed minorities: women, gays and Jews.

The Westboro Baptist Church has been in the news for some time now and I can't figure out why. They do nothing but spread hate, especially against the gay community, and don't even have their facts right when they are spewing out their filth.

Research into the life, the legacy and especially Justice Ginsburg's work on behalf of gender wquality over the years, continuing during her service on the Supreme Court

A look at the impact, and legacy of Supreme Court Juistice Ruith Bader Ginsburg focussing oin her efforts for equal rights, especially for women

Many right-wing Christians - especially on this site - seem to think acceptence of homosexuality is why God is turning his back on America. Have they even read the Bible?

Even during Soviet times, Moscow's large size made it the natural home for underground gay nightlife. Now that bars and clubs can more publicly cater to gays without fear of reprisal, gay Moscow is getting louder and prouder by the day.