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HRC/Logo Debate Still Going

Senator Chris Dodd appeared on his own HRC/Logo debate this weekend when a new page went up on his presidential campaign website answering questions from Friday nights debate. What was he doing Friday night? Excerpt: Question 11. Would you repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell? Yes. I believe that “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” prevents people like Marine Staff Sgt. Eric Alva, the first American wounded in the war in Iraq, from being recognized as they should for their heroic acts in defense of our country. Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans ought to be able to serve in the armed forces without being required to hide part of their identities from their fellow soldiers. We need every skilled person we can get in the armed forces. Excluding people based on their sexual orientation is ludicrous and would run counter to our national security goals. Bradford Wade made this comment about the Senator's untimely response: If you chose not to participate, I would rather hear that addressed directly and honestly. It's a matter of respect. If your schedule did not permit you to attend, it would have been better if that had been announced: "Chris Dodd regrets that a scheduling conflict prevents him from participating this evening." Maybe I missed it, but I don't even recall your name being mentioned. Check out the full transcript and what Dodd had to say on other issues here. - Jason Knight

Labels: 2008, Chris Dodd, presidential candidates

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08-13-07