John McCain: “Don't Ask, Don't Tell is an issue that has to be examined very carefully, with an eye to our battle effectiveness.”

I want to say to all of you that I am so honored to be here to speak before this Committee.

These are not just any jobs. These are well-paying jobs that keep a lot of people employed.

We owe each other our respect as long as our character merits respect.

I have to recognize that it has been this body, this Senate Committee, very important Committee on Indian Affairs that has been helping us.