National Defense Authorization Act 2010 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' UPDATE

The National Defense Authorization Act 2010 and "Don't Ask Don't Tell" are two hot things on the agenda. While the lame duck session is nearing an end, there are many things that have yet to be resolved - such as the National Defense Authorization Act.

So what is the bill? It's the bill that keeps the government churning away. Without it, government spending on the military comes to a screetching halt.  That's why it's not really all that shocking that there could be some partisan back and forth as this particular bills failure to pass could be a really nasty thing.

Right now, there's a filibuster in the wings, which threatens the advancement of the bill.  President Obama has issued a statement revealing disappointment that the bill has not been passed yet.  For the last 48 years it has been passed, and without it - military families will be on the hook.

Everyone knows that the government won't leave the military hanging. However, this is a definite political gesture and game, and one that points out politics as usual.  President Obama has shown a willingness to compromise, giving in to some GOP demands in order to make headway in some of his desires.  He's been labeled a "sell-out" by the far left.

The filibuster is because a small group of senators oppose the repeal of "Don't Ask Don't Tell" which would end discrimination in the military dealing with sexual preferences. It's an executive order signed by Bill Clinton that meant that the openly gay could not serve in the military.

Maybe the National Defense Authorization Act 2010 will be able to pass before Congress Adjourns.

Don't Ask Don't Tell 2010 Back [DADT]

Don't Ask Don't Tell 2010 is back, (DADT) while the battle for gay rights in the military continues. Previously, the 17 year old law put in place by Bill Clinton by executive order was thrown out by a federal judge who ruled it "unconstitutional."

However, the Obama administration wants Congress, and not the courts, to throw the law out. Perhaps this would allow them to put a big victory in their back pocket.

DADT was thrown out for a day when a three judge panel ordered an injunction on the order. The courts could still issue another stay, but right now the DADT policy is modified.

Only five people within the military can fire someone under the policy. The Army, Navy, and Air Force secretaries much speak with the Military's top attorney and the undersecretary of defense for personnel.

Below is a video update about Don't Ask Don't Tell.

Don't Ask Don't Tell 2010 Court Injunction DADT

The 2010 Don't Ask Don't Tell policy vote was brought to the floor before the Senate left to campaigm, and there were not enough votes to end or avoid GOP filibuster of the legislation. Don't Ask Don't Tell and the DREAM Act were two highly controversial items that were buried in the Defense Spending Bill.

The GOP is not against repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell. In fact, many agree it's the right thing to do. However, the measure is buried inside a huge bill, and the Republicans want a chance to review the bill, propose amendments, and discuss and debate before it goes to a vote.

Senator Susan Collins of Maine indicated her stance on the matter, and basically she said she's for repealing Bill Clinton's 1993 executive order. However, in good faith she can't just sign off on a bill when she doesn't think a fair, unbiased bipartisanship was followed.

Don't Ask Don't Tell doesn't allow gays to serve openly in the military. However, there's great news now as the Don't Ask Don't tell ban has been lifted after a judge signed an order.  This ends the 17 year old highly questionable DADT bill.

Witt Verdict 2010 Against Don't Ask Don't Tell Policy

The 2010 Witt Verdict contradicts the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy that has been part of military law since 1993 when an executive order was signed by Bill Clinton. For the past 17 years, homosexuals could not serve openly in the military. Any discussion of sexual preference could get you kicked out of the military.

It comes then as a big shocker that the Witt Verdict held the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy to be unconstitutional, and as such a lesbian was ordered to be reinstated to her job.

Witt was discharged from the Air Force in 2004 after it came to light that she was in a long-term relationship with a civilian woman. Witt was a highly decorated officer, and sued to get her job back.

Backed by an attorney and the ACLU, Witt's case has become the second ruling that indicates that DADT is unconstitutional.

The timing of the Witt verdict couldn't come at a better time. A GOP filibuster of the Defense Authorization bill blocked a critical repeal of the DADT policy. Many Americans are for the repeal of the controversial law, which would allow people to serve in the military and be openly gay as well.

Witt will be able to return to her position, as long as an appeal is not filed in the case.

Don't Ask Don't Tell Policy Vote 2010 and Cloture, Filibuster Updates

The 2010 Don't Ask Don't Tell policy vote was brought to the floor on Tuesday, and the Senate did not have enough votes to avoid a GOP filibuster of the legislation. Don't Ask Don't Tell and the DREAM Act were two highly controversial items that were buried in the Defense Spending Bill.

The GOP is not against repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell. In fact, many agree it's the right thing to do. However, the measure is buried inside a huge bill, and the Republicans want a chance to review the bill, propose amendments, and discuss and debate before it goes to a vote.

Senator Susan Collins of Maine indicated her stance on the matter, and basically she said she's for repealing Bill Clinton's 1993 executive order. However, in good faith she can't just sign off on a bill when she doesn't think a fair, unbiased bipartisanship was followed.

Don't Ask Don't Tell doesn't allow gays to serve openly in the military.

Lady Gaga Meat Dress and Outfit For Anti "Don't Ask Don't Tell" May Not Help Repeal (VIDEO)

Lady Gaga's meat dress and outfit was a statement to repeal "Don't Ask Don't Tell." However effective Lady Gaga's meat dress was with creating headlines, it doesn't look like it affected the vote to repeal the controversial military law, which prohibits gays and lesbians from serving in the armed services.


Lady Gaga wore a dress made of prime cuts of raw meat while accepting various awards at the 2010 Video Music Awards.


Gaga didn't get the buzz and hype surrounding the dress, and says "What's Everyone's Problem with my meat dress?"


Um. It's not cooked, and it's raw meat which usually goes rancid after a few hours...


She goes on to say that "Next Time I will Wear a Tofu Dress and the soy milk police will come after me."


Still yet, the reason for wearing the dress - to discuss her views on Don't Ask Don't Tell - appears to have worked, as it got everyone talking. It even got her invited to a DATD rally in Maine.


A video of Lady Gaga discussing the meat dress can be found here.


Lady Gaga speaking at the DATD rally in Maine after wearing her meat dress can be found below.

Lady Gaga Attending Anti-Don't Ask Don't Tell Rally in Maine (DADT)

Lady Gaga is attending an Anti- "Don't Ask Don't Tell" rally in Maine, and the announcement is made about a week after she graced the Video Music Awards wearing a raw meat dress, which was meant as a statement against the controversial military policy signed into law via an Executive Order by Bill Clinton in 1993.

A video of Gaga explaining her dress to lesbian talk show host Ellen Degeneres can be found here.

The DADT policy prohibits gays from serving in uniform. Officers are not allowed to inquire as to what someone's sexual orientation is, but troops aren't allowed to come out and say they are gay, either.

Harry Reid is filing for a cloture on a measure that would pass the Defense Spending Bill, and the bill also includes language that would repeal the 1993 law. The Senate Majority Leader still lacks the 60 votes he needs to obtain a cloture, but it's still a good start.

Lady Gaga stands up for what she believes in. She's non-judgmental and pretty much "anything goes" with the self-proclaimed "shock artist."

Lady Gaga will be in Maine at the Anti Don't Ask Don't Tell rally later on today.