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Obama signs repeal of ban on gays in military
President Obama presided at a Interior Department ceremony as the repeal of the ban on gay service members moves toward implementation. Defense officials will craft plans and seek certification that readiness remains intact before policy change. Attendees included Dunning, son of a WWII veteran saved by a gay comrade, and Marine Staff Sgt. Eric Alva.
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