Reply #8: The problem with that... [View All]

[terrya]

is that's it's not a sure thing re: the Senate. McCain, who as we know has jettisoned whatever principles he may have once had, will fight DADT repeal tooth and nail. There's talk about various possible amendments...like demanding ALL of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to weigh in on the document President Obama, Secretary Gates and JCS Chairman Mullen will sign attesting military readiness will NOT be compromised by DADT repeal. This is after the Pentagon study to be released in December. Which Congressional repeal entirely depends.

DADT repeal in the Senate, even included in the Defense Appropriation Bill, will be VERY tough. This is where strong leadership from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue would be welcome...but, as we've seen from this President, strong leadership regarding Congressional legislation isn't exactly his...strong suit.

I'm not even close to being optimistic about the end result. And before you ask, yes I have lobbied my Congressional reps and Senators.