OCTOBER 2009

How can it be ethical to allow someone to die for their country as long as they do not disclose that they are gay?

So, if someone serves in the military, honorably, and no one knows this person is gay, it's fine, they can risk their life. But if a civilian comes forward and says, "hey, he's gay, I know so." Well, then that person must be removed from service. Simply because we know? Not because of conduct. Not because someone saw something. Simply because we know.

Don't ask, don't tell is not an ethical policy. It's blatant discrimination. Our military has more fools in it than gays. Look at the damage they do.

President Obama needs to show some character on this issue. He doesn't need to hide behind Congress.

Come on Mr. President, show some political courage. Issue the order. No more discrimination. Sexual misconduct on base or on duty? Wrong. ...
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The management of the Empire State Building in New York decided to throw a little party in celebration of 60 years of communist rule in China. 30,000 people were invited to attend the ceremonial red and yellow lighting of the historical building. Others were invited to stay home to avoid "complications". (source: BBC News)

The communist regime is responsible for the deaths of millions of people. The Chinese government is a totalitarian cancer on the planet.

Of course, we continue to export jobs to China and import finished goods from China. So why not throw them a party!

My question for you is this: Was it ethical for the management of the Empire State Building to participate in the celebration of 60 years of communist rule of China?

I say no. I say it's an abomination. The act sickened me. I was ashamed this story did not get more press and produce more ...
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