Holding Lawmakers Accountable
Senators waiting on the Pentagon to decide on "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" will soon have their wish, but we will have to hold them to their words, write Crosby Burns and Jeff Krehely.
Finish the Job
The Senate should begin debate on the National Defense Authorization Bill right away to ensure progress on repealing "Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell," write Jeff Krehely and Crosby Burns.
Video: Repeal “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Now!
Our military needs to make personnel decisions based on the mission, not irrelevant factors such as sexual orientation. Tell Congress to act now to repeal DADT.
Respecting Our Elders
Experts at CAP Action event discuss the pressing need for a richer dialogue and more data on the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender elders.
Video: Repeal “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell”
We want to hear from former service members who have been harmed by this policy and think it should be repealed.
Giving “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” the Boot
CAP Action experts discuss the urgency of repealing “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” and how a repeal would affect military culture.
Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell By the Numbers
This fact sheet shows the costs of an outdated and discriminatory policy.
Promoting Equality in the Workplace
The Employment Non-Discrimination Act would extend much needed employment protections for gay and transgender workers.
Vermont Becomes First State to Establish Marriage Equality Through Legislative Action
This morning, the Vermont General Assembly overrode Governor Jim Douglas’s veto of the state’s same-sex marriage bill, making Vermont the first state to establish marriage equality through legislative action, writes Winnie Stachelberg.
Connecticut Grants Same-Sex Marriage Rights
Court's move is a step in the right direction for civil liberties, write Winne Stachelberg and Josh Rosenthal.