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The Status of the Military Readiness Enhancement Act (H.R. 1283)

The Military Readiness Enhancement Act (H.R. 1283), the bill to repeal 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' remains stalled in committee. See who's supporting a stronger military, and who's notably missing in action.

First Marine Wounded in Iraq War becomes SU Spokesperson

Former Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Eric Alva is now a proud spokesperson for Servicemembers United. SSG Alva, who lost his right leg to a landmine on the first day of the Iraq War, later came out as a proud gay American.

New Documentary Film on DADT from PBS

The acclaimed new PBS documentary on the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" issue and the contemporary DADT Repeal Movement aired national on PBS in June and is now available on DVD.

‘In Their Boots’ Hightlights “Silent Partners”

The new episode of 'In Their Boots' highlights the civilian partners of gay and lesbian military personnel and the unique struggles these "silent partners" face under the cloud of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell.'

Servicemembers United Salutes its Straight Allies

Servicemembers United is distinctly honored to include within its ranks countless straight military men and women who support the right of their gay and lesbian counterparts to serve openly and honestly in uniform.

Servicemembers United Opens New Washington, DC Office

As part of its effort to significantly expand participation by Iraq and Afghanistan-era troops and veterans in the discourse on the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy and to revolutionize the movement to repeal this policy, Servicemembers United has opened a new, full-time office in Washington, DC. Located just off of Farragut Square, Servicemembers United's new physical presence in the nation's capital is expected to help reinforce the organization's role as the voice of America's newest generation of gay and lesbian troops and veterans.

DADT 2.0: Social Networking with SU

Join the growing Servicemembers United cause on Facebook, keep up with the latest video clips on the SU YouTube channel, and/or stalk us at your convenience on Twitter.

SU Executive Director on NPR's 'Fresh Air'

Terry Gross spoke with SU Executive Director Alex Nicholson about his own personal experiences serving under DADT, being discharged, and becoming an advocate for repeal. Listen here.

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07.05.09 - Reuters: Powell: Time to Review Policy on Gays in U.S. Military
07.06.09 - Associated Press: Mullen Advises 'Measured' Approach to Gay Policy
07.06.09 - Huffington Post: Remembering PFC Barry Winchell on the 10th Anniv. of His Murder
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