Military Recruiters Told to Accept Gays

In the wake of a federal court order enjoining the military from enforcing Don't Ask/Don't Tell, military recruiters have been told to accept gay and lesbian recruits...for now.  Guidance has been sent to military recruiting commands stating that the gay ban has been suspended, but it could be reinstated.  Gay recruits should be aware that they may be allowed to enlist, but could be subject to discharge later.  Don't Ask/Don't Tell is not over. 

Defense Secretary Robert Gates warned of "enormous consequences for the troops" if Judge Virginia Phillips' order is allowed to stand.  In response, the Palm Center has set up an "Enormous Consequences" page, listing all the terrible, horrible things that have happened in the 160+ hours since the ban was lifted: