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During his confirmation hearing, General James "Mad Dog" Mattis emphasized "military lethality" and "readiness" over social issues. Responding to Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Mattis stated he is not looking to roll back existing policies regarding women in combat or LGBT service members unless they are proven to impact the force's ability to fight.
Don't Ask Don't Tell Repeal Certification
The hosts discuss the official certification of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal. They review the original language of the law and express surprise that the repeal is actually moving forward after a 60-day waiting period.
General John Sheehan claimed that the fall of Srebrenica was partly due to the presence of gay soldiers in the Dutch military, whom he characterized as weak. In response, a Dutch group called the "Pink Army" formed to demand an apology. The hosts criticize the "Pink Army" branding as counterproductive, arguing it reinforces the very stereotypes Sheehan used to disparage the troops.
