Coverage of the former law and policy barring gay and lesbian service in the United States Armed Forces, and the impact of its subsequent demise.

Gays applaud Lieberman upon retirement announcement

Conn. senator credited with leading 'Don't Ask' repeal effort

January 19, 2011 | 2 Comments

Rep. Hunter attempts to block ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

Measure would expand certification requirement

January 14, 2011 | 2 Comments

Would ENDA have a shot as a ‘jobs bill?’

Some see room for movement, others not so sure

January 13, 2011 | 4 Comments

Gay sex remains a crime under military law

‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ repeal leaves sodomy ban unchanged

January 13, 2011 | 4 Comments

National news in brief: Jan. 14

Prophet says 'Don't Ask,' caused bird deaths, gay Yale employees get unpleasant tax surprise and more

January 13, 2011 | 1 Comment

Gates wants quick implementation of ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

Defense secretary envisions three-step process

January 7, 2011 | Comments Off

Gates working to implement ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal

No timeline, but ‘this is high on his agenda’

January 6, 2011 | 4 Comments

YEAR IN REVIEW: ‘Don’t Ask’ repeal is year’s top story

Rollercoaster fight ends with Obama’s signature

December 30, 2010 | 2 Comments

Year-in-Review (Part One)

2010 was an eventful year for the LGBT community in Washington, D.C. Here are some of the more enduring images in the Blade archive of events from January to June

December 28, 2010 | Comments Off

‘Don’t Ask’ repeal a tough act to follow

ENDA, marriage up next — but how long will they take?

December 22, 2010 | 5 Comments