Fanning becomes second-highest civilian official for the service
Student Non-Discrimination Act has bi-partisan support
Proposal is 'compromise,' urges observers to allow process to play out
Gay Wis. lawmaker seeks pro-LGBT changes in House
'Gang of Eight' plan lacks provision for bi-national gay couples
Advocates call for Obama to act now, fulfill campaign promise
Kabel says he received praise for speaking out against measure
Anti-gay groups strike back amid GOP division on gay nuptials
Move comes after four years as highest-ranking out gay official in the administration
Withdrawal comes after comments comparing gay nuptials to pedophilia
