Evan Bayh: “Does this concern either of you? There are some alternative routes we've explored.”

We are paying a macroeconomic price for the delay in resolving this issue.

We should not discriminate against them. We should honor that service, honor that patriotism, the way we do the service and patriotism of any American who is willing to put on the uniform of this country.

If they become significantly affected by this, does that present a systemic risk of some kind?

Our national security has not been harmed by the integration of the Armed Forces.