Frontlines: The Latest from OutServe-SLDN
Ironic: 12,000 vs. 12,500
Extended combat tours reveal how "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" deprives our armed forces of the qualified personnel who are needed at a time when the military is already stretched too thin. Each day the military denies our brave patriots the freedom to serve based on sexual orientation, the strength of our armed forces is put at greater risk. ...Read More
10-27-08 Comment (0)
Drop in Air Force Retention Rate Shows Need to Lift the Ban
"Don't Ask, Don't Tell" is not only discriminatory and costly to U.S. taxpayers, but it deprives our armed services - and our nation - of the very men and women who are needed now more than ever to defend us in a critical time of war. ...Read More
10-22-08 Comment (1)
An Open Letter to General Powell
Servicemembers Legal Defense Network Executive Director Aubrey Sarvis wrote an open letter to General Colin Powell this week, urging him to join SLDN in repealing “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” General Powell was a key figure in enacting this failed law, underscoring the importance of engaging him to partner with SLDN as we work to create a more inclusive military that allows all members of the armed forces to serve openly and honestly, regardless of sexual orientation. ...Read More
10-20-08 By Aubrey Sarvis, SLDN Executive Director | Comment (14)
Panel to Discuss “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” after Screening of “Ask Not” at Reel Affirmations
SLDN will host a panel discussion after the noon screening of "Ask Not" at Washington, D.C.'s Reel Affirmations film festival Saturday, October 18, in the Lincoln Theatre. "Ask Not," a groundbreaking film, takes a rare look at the moving experiences of gay soldiers who have served under "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." ...Read More
10-16-08 Comment (1)
Voting Requirements for Military Personnel
Military personnel stationed away from their homes can still make their voices heard in time for Election Day on November 4. Opportunities to vote early and make a difference in shaping the direction of our country's future are only a click away, but the time to act is now. ...Read More
10-16-08 Comment (0)
Question of the Day
Why do you think Congress should repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell?" ...Read More
10-16-08 Comment (19)
LGBT History Month
As we observe Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) History Month, we can also reflect on the strides that have been made and the challenges ahead in the ongoing struggle to repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) - the U.S. military's ban on open service for members based on sexual orientation. ...Read More
10-10-08 By Adam Ebbin | Comment (1)
Connecticut Marriage Ruling Highlights More Harms of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
The Connecticut State Supreme Court ruled October 10 that same-sex couples have the same right to marry as heterosexual couples. While the decision is yet another milestone in the struggle for equality, this victory also demonstrates how "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" undermines the ability of service members to take full advantage of equal marriage rights. ...Read More
10-10-08 By Aaron Tax, Managing Attorney | Comment (0)
National Coming Out Day
SLDN celebrates National Coming Out Day while remembering our brave men and women in the armed forces who cannot serve openly and honestly due to the military's discriminatory "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" law. ...Read More
10-10-08 Comment (0)
Texas “Hope not Hate” Candlelight Vigil to Remember Hate Crime Victims
SLDN applauds Equality Texas for hosting a "Hope not Hate" 10th anniversary candlelight vigil, which will take place Sunday, October 12, at University Baptist Church in Austin, Texas, to commemorate the lives of hate crime victims James Byrd, Jr. and Matthew Shepard. The lives of these men inspire us to renew our commitment to equality and understanding as a means to overcoming discrimination and prejudice against all people. ...Read More
10-09-08 By Paul DeMiglio | Comment (0)
