'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Repeal Stalls -- Republican-Led Filibuster in Senate Quells Plan to End Military Gay Ban

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WASHINGTON - A Republican-led filibuster on Tuesday blocked efforts to repeal the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy, shelving an Obama administration priority at least until after the November election.

The measure repealing the military policy banning gay men and lesbians from serving openly was part of the 2011 defense authorization bill. Democrats tried to bring up the bill for consideration but failed to get the 60 votes necessary to overcome determined GOP-led opposition.

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'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Repeal Stalls -- Republican-Led Filibuster in Senate Quells Plan to End Military Gay Ban

Supporters voted 56-43 in favor of starting debate on the defense bill; Democrats control 59 votes in the Senate. Joining the opposition were Democratic Sens. Blanche Lincoln and ...

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