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Velázquez on House Passage of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal"

Statement

Date: Dec. 15, 2010
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Military Personnel Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) commented on passage of legislation in the U.S. House to repeal the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy:

"Today's passage of H.R. 2965, Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act, was a huge step forward in the civil rights fight for the GLBT community. I applaud its passage and was proud to support the legislation."


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