It is hard to describe the joy and pride I feel today as Congress repealed DADT and took an important step forward toward full equality for LGBT Americans. This has been a hard-fought victory requiring the sacrifice of so many people. Thanks goes to:President Obama: who lead the long and smart plan for this repeal. The President was right about doing an exhaustive Pentagon study and getting the military on his side.
Joe Lieberman and Susan Collins: They rallied the votes on the GOP side during these last two weeks.
Secretary Gates and Admiral Mullens: They did a great job explaining the reasons to repeal DADT before Congress.
Nancy Pelosi and Harry Reid: They delivered the votes needed and never gave up.
Dan Choi, Servicemembers United, and gay military people: They risked everything to win the day on this issue.
Countless LGBT activists: They kept on working regardless of the setbacks.
My family and friends and readers of this blog: Thank you for putting up with my requests for your help, especially in writing to senators.
We celebrate today and enjoy this victory, and tomorrow we renew our efforts to achieve equality for LGBT people in all areas of civic life.
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