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End to ban on gays serving openly in U S military
The United States military repealed the 18 year old Don't Ask Don’t Tell law and opened service to openly gay personnel. President Obama and Defense Secretary Panetta framed the move as strengthening national security and integrity. Navy Admiral Mullen called the change a credential of character, while some lawmakers warned on order and discipline. A memo urged all service members to treat others with dignity regardless of sexual orientation. Celebration followed in bars and public spaces as countdowns marked the shift.
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Defense
Leon Panetta
Panetta
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Mike Mullen
Mullen
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Clifford Stanley
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