Obama has done it. Finally, the lesbian and gay community can begin to live the life of freedom that they deserve. Gays and Lesbians will now be allowed to serve in the U.S. military openly gay. The country that boasts freedom and equality so proudly can finally stand up for what it believes in, equality for all Americans, not just the chosen few.
The Senate voted Saturday to end the 17-year ban on openly gay troops, overturning the Clinton-era policy known as "don't ask, don't tell."
Although many soldiers may have been kicked out of the military for their sexual orientation, the repeal will hopefully prevent others from losing their careers based on discrimination. No longer will our gay and lesbian soldiers have to live in fear of being discharged based on who they are.
The change won't take immediate effect, however. The legislation says the president and his top military advisers must certify that lifting the ban won't hurt troops' fighting ability. After that, there's a 60-day waiting period for the military.
Although many soldiers may have been kicked out of the military for their sexual orientation, the repeal will hopefully prevent others from losing their careers based on discrimination. No longer will our gay and lesbian soldiers have to live in fear of being discharged based on who they are.
The change won't take immediate effect, however. The legislation says the president and his top military advisers must certify that lifting the ban won't hurt troops' fighting ability. After that, there's a 60-day waiting period for the military.
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