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Originally Posted by naraht
There isn't that much that Obama can do simply as the president for gay rights, this is one of them. It isn't like he can either completely get rid of Don't Ask, Don't Tell and he can't do much about Federal recognition of Gay Marriage. Most of the things in the 2008 democratic platform in regard to Gay Rights need congressional majorities that I'm just not sure are there.
Most likely way to get rid of DADT is probably going to be sticking it in the defense appropriation bill and forcing the Republicans to filibuster *that*.
Federal Recognition of Gay Marriage isn't going to happen in this congress.
Also, I'd be surprised if any state passes gay marriage in the next year. The likely candidates (New York, New Jersey) tried recently and failed...
Randy
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My thoughts exactly. Unlike many a politician, Obama is actually giving the community a tangible benefit rather than just a never realized campaign promise that needs more than a POTUS to pass. This is actually within in his power to do for them.