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Michael G. Mullen: “I would not recommend repeal of this law if I did not believe in my soul that it was the right thing to do for our…”

On the recordDecember 1, 2010
I would not recommend repeal of this law if I did not believe in my soul that it was the right thing to do for our military, for our nation, and for our collective honor.
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Michael G. Mullen

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Admiral Mullen argues for the repeal of 'don't ask, don't tell' based on his belief in its necessity for the military.

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