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The Marines Say Goodbye to 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

What do Marines do if homosexuality is against their religion and a gay man moves into the barracks? "Follow orders." We hear about the mandatory training now underway.

By Warren Olney • May 6, 2011 • 53m Listen

What do Marines do if homosexuality is against their religion and a gay man moves into the barracks? "Follow orders." That's the message at Camp Pendleton, 29 Palms and other Marine bases when it comes to repeal of the ban on gays and lesbians in the armed forces. We hear about the mandatory training now underway. Also, will Congress approve expanded oil drilling in the waters off Southern California. And are the Lakers out of it? On our rebroadcast of today's To the Point, the death and the deadly legacy of Osama bin Laden.

Banner image: Screen grab from video of Marines "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" repeal training at Camp Pendleton, California

Warren Olney
former KCRW broadcaster
Christian Bordal
Managing Producer, Greater LA
Katie Cooper
Producer, 'One year Later'

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Which Way, L.A.?

The Marines Say Goodbye to 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

What do Marines do if homosexuality is against their religion and a gay man moves into the barracks? "Follow orders." We hear about the mandatory training now underway.

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Which Way, L.A.?

The Marines Say Goodbye to 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

What do Marines do if homosexuality is against their religion and a gay man moves into the barracks? "Follow orders." We hear about the mandatory training now underway.

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