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Army cannot discharge gay soldier says federal judge
U S District Judge Barbara Rothstein ruled Sgt. Perry Watkins of Tacoma cannot be discharged for being homosexual. The ruling notes his induction admission and Army psychiatrist clearance, but leaves open options on re enlistment and security clearance. Watkins seeks to block discharge with ACLU backing.
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Barbara Rothstein
Perry Watkins
Tacoma
Department of Defense
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Army
Thomas Romito
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American Civil Liberties Union
Jim Lobsenz