n 1996, as a freshman member of the House of Representatives, I wrote the Defense of Marriage Act, better known by its shorthand acronym, DOMA, than its legal title. The law has been a flash-point for those arguing for or against same-sex marriage ever since President Clinton signed it into law. Even President-elect Barack Obama has grappled with its language, meaning and impact.
I can sympathize with the incoming commander in chief. And, after long and careful consideration, I have come to agree with him that the law should be repealed.
Well, this is certainly good news. I'm all in favor more more gay Marines (
). Although if you remember my date with the Lt-Colonel from the Air Force a few weeks ago - nobody has to
ask him - becuase you could cetainly
tell.
