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Just a reminder,  as gay people we have no right to impose our lifestyle on others. Let’s have respect for those who do not have the same lustful desires as us by not forcing them to adhere to or comply with our standard of living. If we are going to preach tolerance it should come from both sides guys…

there is no way I would put my rank nor my Active duty status on this site.  What are you thinking??  Do you think or do you even care or is this your way of coming out??  There is a place for you to state your feeling on this and it is Anonymous thru you portal.  You would think being an Officer your post are seen and can be tracked.  I will add your post to my list along with the VMA pic to the JA tomorrow. Should be interesting.

Thanks Lady GAGA with your voice and assistance we can lift this disgusting ban and hopefully also receive benefits for same-sex partners.  It is not enough to just lift the ban we need to have relationships acknowledged and the best way to do this is to allow partners of same-sex couples the same, exact same benefits that hetro Soldiers receive.  Again, thank you for the support on this issue.  CW4 Deborah Butrim, Active Duty Army 18 1/2 years: )!!

@Allen
The military basically staged a mutiny when the outright ban was supposed to be removed. Yes, there was political backlash too, but if the military leadership hadn’t been so violently against repeal back then, DADT probably wouldn’t have happened. Unfortunately, politicians always give great deference to the military, so they go their wish. And despite some positive comments by Mullen and Patreaus there are still a great many senior generals who would rather have things stay as they are.

Let alone the fact that it was up to them how to implement DADT and they chose the most draconian one. Let’s remember that it is only until recently that discussions with chaplains and counselors are confidential for example. They could and should have done that right from the start.

http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-09-13/iran-ayatollahs-issue-fatwas-against-koran-burners.html

I am the King.  Im worth your time.  There are much better things to do in the world then stand on stage. 

Mason

i would rather the issue of “don’t ask don’t tell” continue to stay in tact.  i am married to a solider and i know that if it is taken away it will cause controversy between the soldiers.  and them wearing the military uniforms for personal agenda is not appropriate they were not wearing it to represent the US military just for their own personal gain.. the military has the “don’t ask don’t tell” policy for a reason.

Here Steve, tell me where these certain cirmumstances are?? I don’t see it anywhere, that they were representing the military and you do not wear the uniform for any protes period. I don’t care what the protest is.

I will post it for you to read.
Section 772 lists some exceptions:

(a) A member of the Army National Guard or the Air National Guard may wear the uniform prescribed for the Army National Guard or the Air National Guard, as the case may be.

(b) A member of the Naval Militia may wear the uniform prescribed for the Naval Militia.

(c) A retired officer of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps may bear the title and wear the uniform of his retired grade.

(d) A person who is discharged honorably or under honorable conditions from the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps may wear his uniform while going from the place of discharge to his home, within three months after his discharge.

(e) A person not on active duty who served honorably in time of war in the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps may bear the title, and, when authorized by regulations prescribed by the President, wear the uniform, of the highest grade held by him during that war.

(f) While portraying a member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps, an actor in a theatrical or motion-picture production may wear the uniform of that armed force if the portrayal does not tend to discredit that armed force.

(g) An officer or resident of a veterans’ home administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs may wear such uniform as the Secretary of the military department concerned may prescribe.

(h) While attending a course of military instruction conducted by the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps, a civilian may wear the uniform prescribed by that armed force if the wear of such uniform is specifically authorized under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the military department concerned.

(i) Under such regulations as the Secretary of the Air Force may prescribe, a citizen of a foreign country who graduates from an Air Force school may wear the appropriate aviation badges of the Air Force.

(j) A person in any of the following categories may wear the uniform prescribed for that category:

•(1) Members of the Boy Scouts of America.

•(2) Members of any other organization designated by the Secretary of a military department

Felicitaciones a Lady Gaga!!!! no solo por los premios obtenidos en los VMA’s sino también por apoyar a estos hombres y mujeres que son discriminados por una ley arbitraria e intolerante.
Apoyo absolutamente a Lady Gaga y desde Chile espero se logre derogar la ley Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.
Love is Love that’s why I Support Lady Gaga!!!!!

If being gay brought shame to this country then I am guilty.

I called I really hope this makes a difference! I love you gaga I would doo anything to help you!

Gaga, as much as I think you are well intended, you fail to overlook the impact your actions have on American Forces in the Middle East.  As we speak there are enemy commanders showing their troops videos of us burning the Qu’ran.  And they are telling them we are a homosexual invader army.  We don’t have anything to defend with over there,  and there are so many problems with us defending our unprotected troops, and or landing reinforcements, lacking any military bases to do so.  Iran has talked about invading Israel for 10 years actively and has become silent.  They could take Iraq at any time and then be on Israels doorstep in a week.  Maybe you can write a song about it. 

Sorry I missed your show. 
Look me up.

Mason King 345

Your outfits are a hoot - you are quite a master at sowmanship. This is a great cause to bring to the public spotlight. It’s about time more people were aware of this grave injustice against members of the GLBT community, and did something about it.

I called my elected officials and have been rabble-rousing them to repeal DADT, but I didn’t do it to answer “your call to action”.

Frankly, I think your music is dreadful and that you’re somewhat of a hack. Your outfits are simply laughable and are the farthest thing possible from a fashion statement.

Comparisons made between you and David Bowie or Madonna are completely incorrect and serve as an insult to each of them, as they are both true performers whose music has intrinsic worth, style, value and meaning.

Perhaps a little less of the hackneyed fashion…and a little more substance in your music….and I’ll re-evaluate my feelings.

In any case, I suppose we are on the same team here, as we both want the repeal of DADT.

People were so caught up in the meat dress and didn’t pay attention to her standing up against the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, but I’ll give her credit for keeping our attention. I just hope more people visit this site.

I know I’m not from the US, but god bless America and god bless every single person who went out to fight at war.

You are inspirations to every living person and you’s will always be in my heart. I will pray for you each and every day!

God bless the gays.

Go Lady Gaga, you good thing.
Like Matt from Sydney, I’m in the Royal Australian Navy (having completed a few months short of 24 years). Not all of it has been as openly Gay as I would have liked. But being out and being myself, what a weight lifted from my shoulders. In fact i was Out in the workplace (on Submarines, E9 equivelant A-Ganger) before I was Out at home.
I am looking forward to all our brothers and sisters in the US Defense Forces being able to be themselves without fear or retribution.
Cheers,
Dion.

Eventhough I am not a member of the gay community, I understand the importance of equality for all men and women, especially when they are risking their lives to defend our country. Thank you Gaga for bringing this issue to my attention. I contacted Senator McCain in support of banning the “DADT” law. I also found an online contact form so I thought I would share: http://mccain.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.ContactForm
I will continue to make efforts to bring the deserved equality to members of the gay community . . . you have my full support!

i just did my call and it felt great to help the gay soldiers have their rights cus’ its not fare for some one to not show their fellings and their love for some one else in their work, i thank you lady gaga for showing us the right way with your bright light.soo yeaah people lets get rid of this horrable policy, and then maybe we coulgh help CA. wet their gay rights again!! Go Lady Gaga !!
P.D. Marry me Gaga n.n

Thank you Lady Gaga for supporting the gay community. That was a big step talking about it on the VMAs. I will honestly say openly that I’m a lesbian and I’d love to go into the military and serve our country but I wouldn’t want to be discharged. I wish we could all be free and have the same opportunities. Everyone is human weather they are gay, lesbian, bisexual, trangender, or even straight. So why can’t people that qualify for the military just be free to be them straight or not straight. Homosexuals want to serve the country just as much as heterosexuals. I stand up for what I believe in everyday and homosexualality is obviously a big part of my life because its who I am. I just want the same rights as everyone else in the world. Lets get rid of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy and just be who we are and not have to hind.

DADT needs to be repealed. These ladies and gentlemen are putting their lives on the line for all of us regardless of who we are, who we love, what color our skin is, or what religion we practice. They support Americans, as Americans. The men and women of the armed forces deserve more than anyone to live their lives openly and without fear of loosing their current jobs or ruining their careers. As a service members spouse I can say that we, and many of our military friends, are more than eager to see this horrible ban be lifted.

Speculation is enough to make some people crazy with impudence. Oh yes it real! Please ask! Do tell! It’s real it been real so lets get real. Sticking your head in the sand is no way to run a military.

I’m thankful that Lady Gaga is doing this for the GLBT community, she truly has become a great icon to the GLBT comunity.
Love you Mama Monster

I back Lady Gaga 150% for her voice in this discriminative matter. Your gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic background, religion shouldn’t matter if you’re willing to serve and protect our country.how can we be called the United states of America if UNITY doesn’t exist. The average person is blind to the fact and the majority discriminate against US, because WE are different. WE all are GOD’S creations and shouldn’t have to hide who we ALL are.WE are ALL HUMAN BEINGS and under God’s eyes,WE ARE ALL HIS CHILDREN. UNITY is a very strong message to get off the ground,But if the millitary,people who protect the us,are using discrimination to feel better, how are we suppose to be unified. Bottom line WE ARE ALL GOD’S CREATION’S AS HUMANS, AND SHOULDN’T BE JUDGED OR PUT IN ANY GROUP OR SEGREGATED AGAINST BECAUSE WE ARE DIFFERENT. ..WE WILL STAND PROUD,WE WILL OVERCOME,WE WILL BE EQUAL-ADAM C KLUG

I am a Naval Sailor currently on deployment. we are coming home around the holidays and all i want for xmas is repeal. I would like to thank the SLDN and Lady Gaga and everyone else who supports the military “Family.” Now lets fight for what we want. You cant accomplish anything by sitting there waiting for repeal. Get off your asses and Fight Fight Fight! We WILL do this together… HOOYAH!

I just called Senator Reid and left a message with one of his staffers urging him to bring DADT repeal up for a vote as soon as possible.  Thank you to Lady Gaga and SLDN for organizing this!

As a gay veteran who served openly over 30 years ago, and without incident or repercussions, I know the majority of service members look at the overall contributions and character of an individual, and not the unique biological make up of the soldiers with which they serve.  And regardless of the circumstances I also felt it was important to me, as a being, that I serve my nation.

i love lady gaga for all she is and this was an amazing idea to get ppl to open their eyes on this i just hope this will actually get this stupid law to end already!!!!!

Thank you Lady Gaga and the rest of SLDN.  It means a lot to the many gay troops serving over here!

I wish there was some way for Canadians to help. Ya’ll should just move up here. My cousin married her girlfriend last year so they could be stationed together.

This bill has cost to many soldiers thier jobs its time we repeal it ,it cost a really good friend of mine thier dream all he had wanted to sence he was young was be in the military ,but because somebody outed him he was kicked out… Repeal it now please we can’t afford it anymore..

Dear Ms. Lady GaGa,
Thank your for allowing such a distinquished group of service members a highly visable platform to support DADT.  While I don’t know that much about your music (I’m a bit older…) you have just become my favorite musician.
Heartfelt thanks,
Dory Hamburg

Thank you Lady GAGA I am pleased to call and have. I am so glad you are helping the GLTB community, MY community, we love you!

It is important that DADT is before the Senate prior to the elections. I hope the switchboard is lite up today and continues until DADT is repealed.
Here in Oregon we have been encouraging everyone to call the Semators and the Senate leadership to bring this to a vote before they recess for the election.
Follow Veterans For Human Rights http://www.vfhr.org or on facebook after DADT is repealed for outreach services for the Active, Reserve and Veterans in our armed forces to help with any problems.

In Support to end “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”

This is the time to finally put an end to discriminating against Americans in the military.

I called and left a message with Senator Webb (VA) to please vote to end DADT.

Thank you Gaga for your outspoken commitment to this great cause.

THANKS LADY GAGA. YOU KNOW I WLL CALL THEM.

Praise goes to you Lady Gaga for bringing awareness to this topic….great job!!!! You are one in a million keep up the great work!!!!

My Goddess Gaga always hits the right road. I wish you all the best. My support&soul; is always with you.

gaga i called my state rep and told him that that should be done and over with we have the right to be and say what ever the hell we want. gay stright bi whatever!! god all made us. love u gaga!!

This Is The 21st Century, What Does It Matter Who Or What You Are,Black/white Gay Or Whatever, Go Gaga, Let People Be Who We Were Born To Be.

GREAT to see someone so BIG in the media making such stands for the LGBTQ community.

About time we started working on complete freedom.

Awesome job lady gaga, i wish i could help the american people understand that the DADT policy is wrong! I am in the Royal Australia Navy and am openly gay. I have never had any one treat me any different then anyone else nor has it made any harder for other recruits to perform there duties. Attitudes have definately changed from years gone by and the USA need to reflect these.

What about Australians!?

Thank you, Lady Gaga, for speaking about this tonight. People like you who continue to fight for equality despite all the difficulties give me hope.

Ange, I think that a lot of people just didn’t know about this before Lady Gaga spotlighted it!  I myself was not aware of this action against the “Don’t ask, don’t tell” policy until tonight.  If I had heard of this through another source, I still would have come to this page.

I would love to support this cause, but I’m not American and therefore I don’t have a senator that I can call.  I’ll do my best to spread the word online; I hope that will make a difference.

I wonder if I could get Lady Gaga to perform at my wedding! I just have to meet the guy first! That was so BIG and not to mention smart of her, not even her outfits can top that!

Gaga U amaze me evry day!! Your beautiful person! thanks for all you do!!

GaGa, it was so perfect of you to do this on the MTV VMAs. You are helping craft more awareness to something that should never have started in the first place!!! Together everyone can fix this!!!

I heard of this because of Gaga and it was an amazing idea to advertise it during the VMA’s! I want to take all the action I can to help repeal this discriminatory law! I’ll be sure to be calling and having all my friends call as well! We can fix this!

Great organization! Get connection to Lady Gaga

I am so glad Lady Gaga used her platform at the MTV VMA’s to speak out on behalf of those who are being oppressed by DADT!!!  Thank you Lady Gaga and thank you SLDN for not backing down and standing up for what is right!

Lady Gaga, I thought it was a brilliant idea to talk about this cause, SLDN.org on the VMA’s because it helps bring awareness to individuals like myself. I immediately googled the website you mentioned and now I am educated on the situations our service people had to endure. Thank you for shedding light on this subject!