John McCain actually said...

"To say we didn't need to ask their opinion on whether it should be repealed or not, violates in my view one of the fundamental principles of leadership."

"I do strongly believe the military would be improved if law and policy did not ask people to lie about who they are in order to serve, as is currently the case."

"I do expect that our standards of conduct and professionalism will not change one bit."

"General Ham, since your proposals eliminate the commander's option of separate living arrangements for gay or lesbian members, what other course of action would he or she have?"