[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 169 (Saturday, December 18, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2197]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                DON'T ASK, DON'T TELL REPEAL ACT OF 2010

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                               speech of

                          HON. DANNY K. DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 15, 2010

  Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker I rise in support of H.R. 2965, 
Repealing ``Don't Ask, Don't Tell''. This bill will allow thousands of 
Americans who have wanted the chance to serve their country openly and 
freely an opportunity to do so. The repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell is 
the right thing to do morally as a country. Military personnel, who 
risk their lives on a daily basis so that we can enjoy all the freedoms 
America has to offer, should not be denied the ability to serve based 
upon their sexual orientation. Equality is not a privilege, it is a 
right and repealing this law is a huge step in that direction.
  At a time when our country is fighting two wars we should support 
those Americans whom fight for our liberties and freedoms. 
Unfortunately, DADT prevents thousands from doing so which makes no 
sense at all. The Pentagon's report from last month indicated a 
majority of our military soldiers and leaders support a repeal of DADT 
and I believe we should listen to them and honor what our country 
really stands for which is freedom, liberty, and justice for all.

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