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These are men and women who are willing to risk their lives in defense of their country. And the fact that their orienta
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"These are men and women who are willing to risk their lives in defense of their country. And the fact that their orientation - sexual orientation's been held against them is a blot on our nation's reputation"

- Dick Durbin

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This quote by Dick Durbin speaks to the oppression of the armed force's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, which restricted honestly gay, lesbian, and bisexual people from serving in the military. Durbin is stressing the bravery and devotion of these people who want to risk their lives in defense of their country, yet are rejected the chance to do so because of their sexual preference. He is mentioning that this policy is a stain on our nation's track record, as it is rejecting people the right to serve their nation based on something that runs out their control. This quote talks to the value of equality and approval, and the requirement for our country to recognize the contributions of all individuals, no matter their sexual orientation.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Dick Durbin somewhere between November 21, 1944 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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