*Now* can we eliminate it?

[essentialsaltes]

At long last, the DoD report on DADT is out (so to speak):

Based on all we saw and heard, our assessment is that, when coupled with the prompt implementation of the recommendations we offer below, the risk of repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell to overall military effectiveness is low. We conclude that, while a repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell will likely, in the short term, bring about some limited and isolated disruption to unit cohesion and retention, we do not believe this disruption will be widespread or long-lasting, and can be adequately addressed by the recommendations we offer below. Longer term, with a continued and sustained commitment to core values of leadership, professionalism, and respect for all, we are convinced that the U.S. military can adjust and accommodate this change, just as it has others in history

Comments

[ian-tiberius.livejournal.com]

We knew that was coming, but this was not expected:

http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/archives/2010/11/the_big_squeeze.php?ref=fpblg

Long story short: Gates is not just describing the results of the report, he's genuinely putting the squeeze on to make repeal happen.

[ladyeuthanasia.livejournal.com]

I hope this is the end of DADT! I also hope they stop using evangelical Christian literature in place of actual mental health treatment and education. That would be swell, too.

[stankow.livejournal.com]

Short version: "Remember how het up everyone was about allowing the coloreds back in the '40s? And the chicks in the '70s? Yeah, seems kinda quaint now, doesn't it."