There is still hope that Obama will get rid of Bill Clinton’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy that sacrificed principle for politics. The policy has resulted in many patriotic and proud Americans from being discharged — even as the military lowered its standards to allow people with records to fill its ranks. However, after initial optimism, Obama officials downplayed any rush to change the policy.
The tombstone belongs to Technical Sergeant Leonard Matlovich (1943–1988) who received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He appeared on the cover of Time magazine. 