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DADT Repeal Blocked Again By Senate Republicans

Statement

Date: Dec. 9, 2010
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Defense Military Personnel Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Today, the National Defense Authorization Act containing the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" was blocked by Senate Republicans. U.S Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) voted for the bill, but it failed 57-40. The legislation required sixty votes to proceed.

Senator Murray released the following statement after the vote:

"It is truly shameful that Senate Republicans continue to block the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell.' This policy has failed in its intended goals, done a tremendous disservice to men and women who want nothing more than to defend their country and the freedoms America stands for--and it's time for it to go. I am going to keep working to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' and I urge Senate Republicans to end their obstruction and allow this bill to pass."


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