Via the Raw Story. Read the whole thing but...
"Sir, we joined the Marine Corps because the Marine Corps has a set of standards and values that is better than that of the civilian sector. And we have gone and changed those values and repealed the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy," the sergeant told Gates during the question and answer session.
"We have not given the Marines a chance to decide whether they wish to continue serving under that. Is there going to be an option for those Marines that no longer wish to serve due to the fact their moral values have not changed?" he asked.
"No," Gates responded. "You'll have to complete your ... enlistment just like everybody else."
This is the truth that no one wants to admit. I stand by earlier posts. The repeal of DADT will get peoples asses kicked and careers ruined. This is an ill conceived policy and the Marine Corps will suffer for it. We will see the gay version of tail hook and it won't be pretty at all.
