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    Senate Blocks Attempt to Repeal DADT

    Sad news in politics today as Republicans in the Senate successfully filibustered a defense authorization bill that would have opened the door to repealing Don't Ask Don't Tell with a final vote of 56 to 43.

    Rebecca E.
    by Rebecca E.

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    No word yet on how much Lady Gaga's speech influenced their decision.

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