News Archive
The New York Times: After Campaign Push, Obama Cultivates Military
The nation's largest gay rights lobbying group has called on the president to develop a plan to end "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" within his first 100 days, and another group is demanding that Mr. Obama push for repeal by the end of the year. "I'd be very concerned if they don't seize this opportunity in 2009," said Aubrey Sarvis of the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network.
...Read MoreThe Edge Boston: Semper NoFi - One Marine’s Story
Julianne Sohn always had an inclination for public service. Growing up in "the land of opportunities" inspired her in 1999 to join U.S. Marine Corps. But she hid a secret that would haunt her for the several years following her enlistment. ...Read More
SLDN Announces 17th Annual National Dinner & Silent Auction
SLDN's 17th Annual National Dinner & Silent Auction will take place Saturday, March 14, 2009, at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC. ...Read More
Richmond Times-Dispatch: “Don�t Ask, Don�t Tell” Criticized
LGBT advocates hope the new presidential administration will lift the federal ban on gays and lesbians serving openly in the military. Aaron Tax, managing attorney for the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, said that the law has shortcomings and cited unforeseen consequences it has had on the lives of people affected by it. ...Read More
LOGO 365 Gay News: How Soon to Repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell?”
SLDN Executive Director Aubrey Sarvis discusses prospects for repeal under the new Obama Administration and Congress. Fresh CBS News polling results show a clear majority of Americans support lifting the ban. ...Read More
University of Richmond Law School Panel to Discuss DADT Repeal
Servicemembers Legal Defense Network (SLDN) will participate in an interactive speakers' panel at The University of Richmond Law School to discuss "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT). In recent weeks national media attention surrounding DADT repeal efforts has grown, as President Obama reiterated his support for lifting this discriminatory ban. ...Read More
Politico: The Top Lobbying Fights to Expect
With Barack Obama officially installed in the White House, Washington is getting back to the regular order of business. And to help you refocus, Politico has compiled a list of five hot legislative fights ahead, with "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" at the top of the list. ...Read More
Washington Blade: Congress Ready to Move on Gay Rights Bills
Activists are working with lawmakers in the 111th Congress to take up and pass legislation that would grant new rights and protections to gay Americans. The repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," which prohibits open gays from serving in the military, is another priority for gay activists in this session of Congress. ...Read More
SLDN Believes Repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” on Horizon
Over the past few weeks, some in Washington have argued President Obama should stay away from "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" during his first year or two in office. They point to the debacle that erupted when newly elected Pres. Bill Clinton prematurely tried in 1993 to include gays and lesbians in the military. ...Read More
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell Repeal: A Matter of “When,” Not “If”
On the surface, it looks like a virtual replay of 1993: a newly elected President says he wants to integrate the military fully, allowing gay and lesbian soldiers to serve their country openly. But times have changed. In a Jan. 15 news release, SLDN Executive Director Aubrey Sarvis said, "We were heartened to hear the incoming Obama Administration, as well as the larger-than-life General Honoré, acknowledge that repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' will happen." ...Read More
