Jon Soltz and VoteVets asks for our help today!

Between the barbeques and fireworks this weekend, we have something very important to do, which will take little time, but could have a big impact.

The latest episode of the “In Their Boots” series is premiering today, and it focuses on the harm “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” has done to both service members, and their loved ones. You need to watch it, then sign our petition calling for a repeal of the policy, and forward this email on to all of your friends, using the “Tell a Friend” button at the bottom of this email. Right now, all signs point to a change in policy, but we need to keep applying pressure!

WATCH “IN THEIR BOOTS” RIGHT HERE!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN OUR PETITION ON DON'T ASK DON'T TELL

The episode tells some very poignant stories, addressing the impact of the policy in ways that I never even thought of. For instance, the video shows a partner of a gay service member crying, knowing that if his loved one is killed in action, he will not be notified. He can’t list himself as a partner/spouse, or the person he loves will be discharged. So, if his partner is killed or wounded, he will have to find out through the grapevine.

Just this week, Secretary Gates expressed interest in at least softening the policy, lessening the number of those discharged. For a Secretary of Defense who came in under a Republican administration to say that is a huge moment. Let’s seize on this moment, and do all we can to bring about a repeal.

WATCH “IN THEIR BOOTS” RIGHT HERE!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN OUR PETITION ON DON'T ASK DON'T TELL

On behalf of all of us at VoteVets.org, I want to wish you a happy, healthy, and safe July 4th. And, thanks for all of your support.

Sincerely,
Jon Soltz
Iraq War Veteran
Chairman, VoteVets.org

Once in a while you get shown the light, In the strangest of places if you look at it right.