Wednesday, May 20, 2009
THIS IS AN OUTRAGE
This is one of those stories that just makes my blood boil.
It would seem that this could be fixed with the stroke of a pen but it cannot.
It is not a simple matter.
This legal entrenchment is the direct result of Bill Clinton's fumbling of the issue. He fumbled, Congress enacted. We are stuck with it.
It is a law passed by Congress and it must be repealed by Congress.
There is certainly a role for Obama and/or others in getting this done. He could take some leadership. Some think that he could suspend any action on the law. This would be problematic in many ways.
Fehrenbach is going to fight it. A great spokesperson. he is a certified war hero.
Until now, apparently, no one knew that he was/is gay. It is one of those gotcha pieces. He has absolutely not told. Someone else did.
We will see what happens.
This guy is articulate, open and willing to put his story out there. It is a compelling case.
But there shouldn't have to be a compelling case. It is simple matter of equal rights.
I am disappointed in the Obamas for not moving on gay issues. He is cautious about it and rightly so in a traditional political sense.
But he is not a traditional politician.
It is promising to see that they have decided not to appeal and adverse ruling on DADT. Some think that there is a plan and that, as usual, they will spring it an opportune time. But it will take time. Unravelling the complexity of the law will require this.
The Administration's Don't Ask, Don't Tell Strategy
I hope that Ambinder has it down.
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