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michelleo-mama says:

Our children are gay, our sisters and brothers are gay and our neighbors are gay…it is the reality of our American family. So, if our soldiers are gay and willing to fight and die for our freedoms, I think we should fight for theirs. "We are the land of the FREE because we are the home of the brave." I'm glad that we had brave military commanders, directors and politicians stand up and put an end to this discriminatory law. I am proud that our country can correct it's errors and continue to move forward perfecting our nation and our ideals.

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COME OUT, COME OUT WHEREVER YOU ARE: Today is National “Coming Out” Day

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MOMENT OF TRUTH: DADT Repeal Passes

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FOR BETTER OR WORSE: NY Votes On Gay Marriage

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THE WORD IS OUT: National Coming Out Day

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MARRIAGE VOWS: Gay Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional

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