Americans Prefer Retention Over Repeal of 1993 Law on Gays in the Military. Oppose Abortion in Military Hospitals
Washington, D.C.—A survey of 1,000 likely voters, commissioned by The Military Culture Coalition (MCC), finds support for the status quo on the issue of homosexuals in the military. It also finds little support for the current movement to repeal the 1993 law that is referred to as “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT).
Center for Military Readiness President Elaine Donnelly predicted that the opinions of likely voters reflected in the MCC survey would give lawmakers yet another reason to support the current law. “Americans understand that the current push for sexual minorities in the military is motivated by politics, not principle. Instead of seeking favor with a minority of LGBT activists, lawmakers should heed the advice of military leaders who support the current law.” (Download PDF for full content)
Center for Military Readiness President Elaine Donnelly predicted that the opinions of likely voters reflected in the MCC survey would give lawmakers yet another reason to support the current law. “Americans understand that the current push for sexual minorities in the military is motivated by politics, not principle. Instead of seeking favor with a minority of LGBT activists, lawmakers should heed the advice of military leaders who support the current law.” (Download PDF for full content)