Mathew Staver, Founder and Chairman
Liberty Counsel

I have been deeply shocked by hearing the unvarnished truth
about the radical push to allow openly active homosexuals
to serve in our military. This proposed change will severely
impact every one us! Please read my message below - Mat.


This past weekend, Liberty University School of Law hosted
a conference addressing how the homosexual agenda threatens
our freedom.  Even though I convened the symposium as Dean
of the law school, I was shaken to the core by what I heard.

Most shocking was the presentation by Elaine Donnelly,
President of the Center for Military Readiness, regarding
the impact on our military if legislation is passed to
repeal what is commonly called "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT).

President Obama's proposed new policy (which
he dramatically forced down our throats in the recent State
of the Union address), would forbid any discrimination based
on "homosexuality or bisexuality whether the orientation is
real or perceived."

      I can't emphasize this strongly enough: This is a potentially
      disastrous policy change that simply must not be allowed!

Today, as a part of this year's CPAC convention in Washington,
DC, I joined many conservative leaders in strongly rejecting
the President's plans for a new "LGBT law" (Lesbian, Gay,
Bi-sexual, Transsexual) for our armed forces. I just
recorded a special audio message about the crucial news
release from this very important meeting I want you to hear...

Click here to listen to this urgent audio message:

http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=25242&RID=23422940

++"Don't Ask, Don't Tell" is totally mislabeled

This may surprise you, but the DADT policy is in reality
a misleading "catch phrase." Contrary to what many currently
believe, in 1993 Congress overwhelmingly REJECTED President
Clinton's proposal and passed a law clearly stating that
practicing homosexuals ARE NOT ELIGIBLE for military service.

The only compromise made in the bill was to drop the
question about homosexuality that appeared in military
induction forms. Thus, the phrase "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
remained as a popular moniker.

That 1993 law codified a long-standing DOD policy recognizing
the military as a "specialized society" that is
"characterized by forced intimacy with little or no
privacy." The law was designed to PROTECT "high standards
of morale, good order and discipline, and unit cohesion
that are the essence of military capability."

++In time of war, military readiness is paramount

The discussion of this uniquely military issue must NOT
begin with questions of individual civil rights or
"equality" for practicing homosexuals.  And it most
certainly CANNOT include political considerations or
begin with an intent to appease the homosexual community
and its hideous agenda!

The dialogue should begin with, "What is in the
best interest of our military community, which is
now engaged in two wars?"  We MUST begin with their
readiness, their morale, their discipline and their
effectiveness as a "specialized society."

We are at a crossroads regarding our U.S.
military's effectiveness in this time of war. To disrupt
their mission with a major policy change on such a
sensitive issue for political purposes would be
absolutely wrong on many levels.

That's why I want you to sign our petition calling for
Congress to reject ANY legislation enacting a pro-
homosexual policy change at this critical time for
our nation's military.

Click here to sign:

http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=25242&RID=23422940

++The "slant" the liberal media wants you to believe

Chances are you've heard that a key Navy Admiral has
very publically endorsed the repeal of the law prohibiting
homosexuals from serving in the military.

But you may not have heard that over 1,164 high-ranking
retired Flag and General Officers personally signed a
statement expressing great concern that repeal of the
law would undermine unit cohesion, discipline and combat
effectiveness!

Further, the main stream media is not reporting that a
Military Times poll showed that 58 percent of military
respondents oppose repeal of the law. They also conveniently
overlook the fact that military associations like the
Veterans of Foreign Wars strongly oppose any such change
of policy.

++The devastating impact on retention rates

The Obama Administration and pro-homosexual lobbyists like
to cite specific, isolated cases to tug at your heartstrings.
The President's language in his State of the Union message
was that we ought to allow homosexuals who love their
country to serve.

But the Military Times poll says that a full ten percent
of respondents would not reenlist if the DADT law is repealed!

That equates to over 228 thousand of our trained military
personnel leaving their units in a time of war - which is
greater than the size of our current U.S. Marine Corps
manning level.

Perhaps even worse, another 14 percent of the poll respondents
said they would consider ending their careers through
retirement if DADT is repealed!

Imagine the impact on national security and our battlegrounds
if that many of our dedicated soldiers, marines, seamen,
and airmen decided to leave.

But there is SO MUCH MORE to this issue to be considered...

* Housing & living quarters
* Same sex "partner" benefits
* Civil unions
* Child custody disputes
* Sexual misconduct allegations
* Diversity training
* Military social events
* Transsexual "special needs" to use the restroom of their choice
* Many, many more social and physical concerns

Please consider this joint statement by the
1,164 high-ranking officers I mentioned earlier:

"We believe that imposing this burden on our men and women
in uniform would undermine recruiting, retention, impact
leadership at all levels, have adverse affects on the
willingness of parents who loan their sons and daughters
to military service, and eventually break the All-Voluntary
force."

I can't say it any better than that.

++Support our Troops!

This is what I'm asking you to do:  Sign our petition
opposing Rep. Patrick Murphy's (D-PA) proposed legislation
(H.R. 1283) - or any other legislation by the 111th
Congress - that would lift the ban on openly active
homosexuals serving in our military.

Click here to sign...

http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=25242&RID=23422940

++President Obama has totally politicized this crucial issue

Right now, legislators and military leaders are conducting
meetings to further study the effects of repealing DADT.
But even before the study is complete, dozens of
legislators have rallied to the President's call for
new legislation to change the policy.

Of course, there is tremendous pressure from radical
homosexual groups and lobbyists to repeal the law.
And, as usual, the liberal media is slavishly catering
to the homosexual agenda, so all you'll likely hear
are the opinions and voices of those who support this
misguided new policy.

For our part, Liberty Counsel will continue to confront
these groups and has renewed our deep commitment to
support our military men and women on this crucial issue.
I'm asking you to stand with us.

Click below to sign the petition. And please don't forget
to listen to my special audio message.  I assure you, we
have learned how to amplify your views with the media and
strategically impact our elected officials with special
petitions like this one:

http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=25242&RID=23422940

We must stand as a voice of reason on this
vital issue!  Our men and women in uniform are counting
on us to take the time to support them - as they do every
day for us. Please sign this petition and join Liberty
Counsel in reassuring them that you and I are looking out
for their best interests.

Thank you in advance for your support!

God bless you,

Mathew Staver, Founder and Chairman
Liberty Counsel

P.S. Remember, this vital petition campaign is not about
opposing any individual's civil liberties or condoning
"hatred" against any group of people. This is solely about
national security, military readiness and morale in a
time of war. Please sign our petition and listen to my
special audio message:

http://www.libertyaction.org/r.asp?u=25242&RID=23422940

Again, thank you, and God bless the United States of America!

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