President Obama Repeals "Don't Ask Don't Tell" - Veterans speak

[@brinkfan]

I have to say, as a young gay man, who really doesn't even have an interest in military service, that this video nearly brings me to tears. I was very doubtful about Obama's support for the LGBT community at the beginning of his candidacy, but seeing him sign the repeal was amazing. He did with a smile. You can tell it was one of his prouder moments when he says "It's done!." And for a president who is not gay that continues to be an ally, that takes strength. Thank you President Obama.

[@MontanaCowboy35]

I'm a conservative republican and I support this message!

[@Tony007corp]

I am proud of my country its been a while since i could say that.

[@animalcrossingfan333]

Hell yeah! I'm not even american yet my eyes welled up, and I was clapping so hard when Obama signed the repeal! One more step towards broader acceptance :D

[@Shiradrenaline]

Fantastic. My heart swells up with pride and inspiration. Good job, America, and gossiped to all men and women serving and their significant others.

[@fireice2037]

I do not endorse the democratic party. Or the republican party. But i have so far been grateful for what you as a person have done for the country. Thanks and please keep up the good work. I wish you all the luck in your future plans for this nation. We are broken and need fixing.

[@mcotleur]

Damn I love this country. We're not always perfect but eventually we get it right.

[@CelestialBeast3]

Wow this is so amazing!! I can't believe it took me 5 days to get wind of this! From South Africa I wanna send a BIG congratulations to America for finally dealing with DADT the way it should have been done so long ago. I can't wait to tell the rest of my family. South Africa repealed any form of DADT in our military many years ago. I hope more countries can continue this trend soon.

[@laufosho]

I never understood why sexual preference had to with anything, especially in jobs, ESPECIALLY the military. This is long overdue.

[@TheActionheat]

from an iraq veteran and victim of the policy, i salute the advocates as myself, the organizations, radio disc jockeys, and news anchors for the ones whom assisted in this victory. let the celebration begin.HOOOAHH!!!

[@danybel]

I'm glad for all those Americans who get a little more freedom thanks to this.

[@ICE9RLN0]

It is inconceivable to uphold the ideal of honor and demand that those who uphold it be dishonest about who they are. We, as a nation, are obliged to become a beacon of tolerance to all the world. We must always look forward, we must always stand at the forefront of the ideal of freedom, and we must always demand more of ourselves than we expect for the rest of the world.

[@MrOceanPenguin]

Congratulations from Denmark!

[@kthpence]

Very Proud to call myself an American today.

[@mrb244]

I did not realize you can rejoin the military since don't ask don't tell was repealed. That is pretty cool. But regardless Sex does not belong in the workplace, military or civilian. I am not sure about the military but most corporations do not allow coworkers to have relationships, which is a very good idea.

[@EclecticMuse4]

Very nice. Hope we have a lot of veterans come back into service.

[@Kahalasama]

To all LGBT veterans, thank you for your honorable service.

[@everysongisours]

Woww, i wish he was my president, such a great man who's trying his best to really help the people.

[@TylerThrashPeace]

This is a huge breakthrough for liberty for all. that we still dont have..

[@kabobman99]

about time good job repealing this now take more action

[@phantomsuccour]

I'm so HAPPY right now!! Thank you Obama!!

[@Giddiupgalloping]

It's flipping about time! Good on you, Mr. President!

[@Makosis]

Thank you Obama. My boyfriend is in the army. He's served in Iraq and is heading to Afghanistan this year. He loves serving his country, but it's always hurt both of us having to hide our relationship.

[@andygriff1987]

Well done America, you're almost able to call yourselves free.

[@2000flute]

With love and peace from a young flute! Great Video!

[@MtlRedAtheist]

Tearfully joyful about this!

[@OctavioOchoa11]

One step closer to equality!

[@Richard64inLA]

Great video! Thank you Mr President!

[@Merijustus]

so glad that don't ask don't tell was removed

[@predsbravesdores]

Thanks President Obama

[@MsVision2020]

@TheJakcam200 Obama Instituted enforcement for equal pay for women, Beginning the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, OBL Gone, Removed restrictions on embryonic stem-cell research, Expanded the SCHIP program to cover health care for 4 million more children, Ended the previous policy of offering tax benefits to corporations who outsource American jobs; the new policy is to promote in-sourcing to bring jobs back, ...... Washington is such a mess sometimes the good stuff gets lost.

[@ktony]

Good! Very direct and touching video. Now, on to the repeal of DOMA!

[@UniFaction]

Thank you for being an awesome human being, Obama. The world needs more of you.

[@prtypoison]

About time, Good job Mr president!

[@silvestro1730]

Mr Barack Obama i wish i could vote for you but be canedian i cant , but i do wish you all the best for the next election, may God be on your side always.

[@21stCenturyEconomy]

Ron paul is baaaaaaaaaaaaaaad obama is goooooooooooooooooooooood

[@WorldEye88]

I can't believe the US has been destroying the careers of people in such way. This day is to celebrate. It is about time.

[@bmdsoprano]

Excellent video. Brought tears to my eyes. Congratulations to all those gay and lesbian servicemen and women who no longer have to hide who they really are.

[@cmf62]

Thank You Mr. President! Awesome!

[@patriciax3677]

ABOUT TIME ! As a straight person, my spouse and grown children and other family members have long supported this and we support gay marriage as well. I really liked hearing that Angelina and Brad said they won't get married till everyone can. Way to go ....I wish I had thought of that and I hope many straight people will boycott marriage in a similar way to protest .

[@poodlestyle33]

Beautiful.

[@mooreti1]

Excellent.

[@perkinw]

@MyOscarEtc: Friend, I live in a country where all people regardless of race, gender, religion, creed or orientation are able to serve in our armed forces. It has been this way for twenty years. There has been no drama, no issues, no disaster on any scale like you wildly predict. Our armed forces have supported and saved your discriminatory and dysfunctional armed forces several times in that twenty years. We welcome you to the group of nations who think, live and believe far beyond simplistic

[@NoRespek]

Nice one, Mr. President! Fantastic job!

[@cobrompton]

THIS is just another reason why I voted and WILL VOTE AGAIN for Obama!

[@alliebug42]

Its good to see that america is finally coming together on something that should have happened a long time ago :) thank you President Obama.

[@mbpainter1]

Tears of joy during this beautiful video! Thank you President Obama! The repeal should have happened years ago and even better yet, should never have been necessary and instituted. Another small step in erasing the stigmas/labels placed on the LGBT communities - stigmas/labels, imo, that shouldn't exist at all!

[@Arzgan]

A true leader for EVERYONE Obama 2012.

[@vengxance]

GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS AND AMERICA...HURAAA !

[@creativebookworm]

OBAMA, YOU GOT MY VOTE :-)

[@cjgreenwood]

The worst thing about all of this is how people are using an imaginary being to justify their bigotted views. I'm straight, but I couldn't care less what sex/colour/religion/sexual preference etc. someone is if they are willing to risk their life and fight for my country. Regarding "gays on the base holding hands and kissing in public" etc. that is a stupid comment. I don't feel the need to walk down the street kissing my wife every 5 seconds. Gay men/women are no different.

[@TheEriskay]

It's about time!! Thanks to President Obama, people can serve their country without the fear of having their sexuality questioned. We're all sisters and brothers no matter our color, creed, nationality, gay, hetero, bi-sexual or transgender. We are all in this together. I don't think those in the services, who are gay, are going to be standing around talking about it. They are putting their lives on the line, like everyone who serves. Get real!

[@puckishsprite]

Woo-hoo!!!! *tearing*

[@Imbaldbaddie284]

Today I am even prouder to be a military wife! Now to repeal DOMA!

[@senseijosesuave]

In 2012 we have the opportunity to elect the most principled public servant of our time, the champion of the Constitution, a modern-day Prince of Peace...Ron Paul. If you live in a closed primary state, register Republican to vote for Ron Paul in the 2012 primary. Restore America Now!.

[@615khaled]

هذا جيد شكرا لك اوباما !!

[@YesItsMeGuys68]

Pres. Obama delivered on his promise ! We will not forget this in the gay community come 2012 ... Yet, there is still a long way to go to erase bigotry from the Federal level .

[@emogirl313131995]

@videomakerman1232 Ah, but do you Think John McCain would have allowed the law to be repealed?

[@thecoolestone15]

wise words by wise people =) the music makes it even better :)

[@purplegirll]

FUCK YEAH!!

[@DTanza]

Actually Alexander the Great was bisexual, and Isaac Newton was asexual.

[@AlbaFlavius]

Obama is the best thing that've happened USA since um the constitution. xD

[@starcastically]

@Rightwingist Oh, yes. Treating all citizens as equals, freedom to be exactly who you are without fear of retribution or persecution, liberty and justice for all -- that's terribly un-American!

[@Eltoca21]

Deep and profound respect to all that made this happen... now let's get the other important legislation (repeal Doma, immigration for same sex partners, ENDA, etc) sorted...

[@adamm652]

''military country is going to be stonger than ever.''

[@SergeantBean67]

Should have been done years ago. Just another step in the path of equality in this "free country" Good job obama. :D

[@passion8leader]

Nice video. It`s awesome to see something GOOD and JUST, happening in America, now days! It never made sense to me that a person was ALLOWED to go out and DIE for Freedom yet weren`t ALLOWED to speak about who they are? What would be the point in fighting for Freedom, then??? DADT was NOT representing Freedom in America. God bless the gay people in the military. We`re one step closer in becoming the "UNITED" Sates of America, again. Just like we`re suppose to be! Thanks to ALL the soldiers! :)

[@Serega2000L]

Yes OBAMA is responsible to my ideas about a good president. I formed my views by reading Tom Clancy.

[@rg0057]

@bsharker . Actually, if you look into it, you'll find that's not how DADT worked at all. Anyway, it's gone, and that's worth celebrating.

[@xPsychoticxFreakx]

I may be a pacifist but I'm still pretty pumped about this. :]

[@ellielovesyouuu]

awesome awesome awesome!

[@1andonlyzara]

@GuitarCarbon And this coming from a gay liberal, I am proud to consider you as a fellow citizen, neighbor, and brother.

[@AgrivatedKillah]

@Rightwingist How the fuck is repealing don't ask don't tell a bad decision?

[@dk2853]

@hawkermustang of course its biased, but you have to understand that policy was discriminatory. If you came out as gay, you were kicked out, but being openly straight was not against the rules. That is inherently unequal.

[@TheAnthony8650]

@sportslover213 - Yeah, that same majority of soldiers that supported the repeal when the military was surveyed last year. Don't be stupid.

[@Magikalic]

This is a wonderful thing :D

[@wojeff]

@MyOscarMeyerIsOnFire Right, just like the homosexual soldiers under Dont Ask Dont Tell had to separate themselves from heterosexual soldiers. Now, regardless of sexual orientation, no one is separated and isolated.

[@iTubeQQQQQ]

@hawkermustang Major General Dennis Laich states in the video that he is straight.

[@alyshadeshae]

For starters, it's about time DADT was repealed. Second, the video is ridiculously over-the-top dramatized propaganda. Third, I still hate Obama.

[@Canniej]

God bless Barack Obama!

[@ThatGuy8503-m4m]

@MyOscarMeyerIsOnFire If someone can't work with someone else because of their sexual orientation, then perhaps they aren't suited to defend our country.

[@Ash_94754]

one of the greatest days in the lgbtq community :) peace n love

[@rg0057]

It's time to finish the job, Obama. Because of the unconstitutional DOMA law, same-sex "civil union" partners and legal spouses of LGB service-members won't be treated with the same dignity, respect, and honor as all other military spouses. It's time to repeal DOMA.

[@VoteYou]

Obama 2012, there is just no other option people.

[@JDivinorumVideo]

@hawkermustang Except for the straight one?

[@naattiz]

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY! =D

[@flameboy1236]

@GuitarCarbon Isaac Newton was not gay

[@natoshabrown]

@AlbaFlavius First off, it would be "That HAS ever happened" Secondly, I hope you kidding about Odummy being the greatest thing that has happened to us..I REALLY DO! T~T

[@Blackduck606]

Now all Obama needs to do is say he supports the legalization of gay marriage instead of just saying his position is "evolving".

[@rainbowgirl678]

cool story bro

[@Michael123BooDog2]

( ♥♥♥♥♥ )

[@ballershanelle]

Now we have to reverse the 2010 votes so we can get back to a Congress that works together...this passed because of those in office before. Don't forget...every election vote nit just every four yes.

[@saquist]

It may have been unfair...but it was necessary for it's time to allow gays to serve without conflict...so it's time is over...

[@futurejockey8]

@yzkrak No...not yet :D It will come one day.

[@mazluna13]

thank you to all my friends in the gay community that help protect my rights! DADT is over!

[@sblade01]

@doncarlsanders: I feel sad for you.

[@ZombieEater2010]

@psnflak88 LOL And where are you getting these "reputable" facts?

[@00ABBITT00]

Nice! Get em' Obama!

[@Rockinnsk8inallday]

For real, thats kind of immature let them fight!

[@tubeshok]

If SSA’s Cost Of Living has no Increase, Obama will NOT stand a chance of winning 2012