More on the DADT ruling

[ProSense]

Federal Judge Finds Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell ‘Infringes On The Fundamental Rights In Many Ways’

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The court will enter a permanent injunction barring further enforcement of DADT. “This is an historic moment and an historic ruling for the gay military community,” said Alexander Nicholson, Executive Director of Servicemembers United and a multi-lingual U.S. Army interrogator who was discharged under ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.’ “As the only named injured party in this case, I am exceedingly proud to have been able to represent all who have been impacted and had their lives ruined by this blatantly unconstitutional policy. We are finally on our way to vindication.”

Aubrey Sarvis, executive director of Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, welcomed the ruling, but stressed that “this decision is likely to be appealed and will linger for years.” “Congress made the DADT law 17 years ago and Congress should repeal it. The Senate will have the opportunity to do just that this month and most Americans think the Senate should seize it,” he added.

Update Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) tweets: "Fed'l judge in CA has ruled #DADT unconstitutional. Great news! It's my hope that DOJ does not appeal. DADT is immoral..."

Update HRC President Joe Solmonese also pressuring Senate to now act on DADT: “With this legal victory in hand, Congress is right now in a perfect position to strengthen our national security by ending a law that has discharged thousands of capable service members. With House passage already secured, the Senate can and should vote in the next few weeks to repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ and allow every qualified man and woman the chance to serve with honor.”

[ruggerson]

1. "It's my hope that the DOJ doesn't appeal"

Sen. Gillibrand is obviously a bit more informed as to how the DOJ works than some.