Robert Gates actually said...

The legislation presently before the Congress would authorize a repeal of the 'don't ask, don't tell', pending a certification by the president, Secretary of Defense, and the Chairman. It would not harm military readiness.

Context

Gates discusses the legislation to repeal 'don't ask, don't tell' and its implications for military readiness.

11/29/2010

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