“As commander in chief, in a time of war, I do have a responsibility to see that this change (the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell) is administered in a practical way and a way that takes over the long term. That’s why I’ve asked the secretary of defense and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to develop a plan for how to thoroughly implement a repeal. I know that every day that passes without a resolution is a deep disappointment to those men and women who continue to be discharged under this policy – patriots who often possess critical language skills and years of training and who’ve served this country well. But what I hope is that these cases underscore the urgency of reversing this policy not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it is essential for our national security.”

“(Barack Obama) has told me, and he has told ... staff in the White House that pressure’s a good thing, so people should continue to put pressure on him.”

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