It isn’t even a surprise when these rulings happen. Of course bigotry is unconstitutional.
A federal judge on Thursday declared the U.S. military’s ban on openly gay service members unconstitutional and said she will issue an order to stop the government from enforcing the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy nationwide.
U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips said the ban violates the First and Fifth Amendment rights of gays and lesbians. “Don’t ask, don’t tell” prohibits the military from asking about the sexual orientation of service members but requires discharge of those who acknowledge being gay or are discovered engaging in homosexual activity, even in the privacy of their own homes off base.
In her ruling, Phillips said the policy doesn’t help military readiness and instead has a “direct and deleterious effect” on the armed services.
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For the Sake of Science 
I strongly disagree. One wonders if she has the authority to enact such an order. I’m thinking no.
This is clearly a good move. It is easy to make the case for it being unconstitutional to take away rights of a minority group of citizens.
I’ll have a complete response tomorrow (typing on my phone now…) its not quite as simple as its usually framed. Hopefully, since I’m a veteran, you’ll understand my unique view. I’m sure we don’t all have the same thoughts.
Any other vets care to weigh in?