DoD Announces DADT Inbox
The Department of Defense has launched a site at which military members and their families are free to anonymously submit comments about the impact of a repeal of DADT.
Notably, though, the site requires a CAC, or Common Access Card, which family members do not have, and which leaves a traceable signature at authentication.
The site is reportedly at http://www.defense.gov/dadt, though it appears to have been inaccessible since its announcement. [Update: The website appears to be inaccessible from civilian servers.] Stars and Stripes reports that
DOD spokeswoman Cynthia Smith said the department is seeking feedback on how a repeal would affect things such as retention, readiness and unit cohesion.
“It’s not whether or not we should repeal,” she said…
The DOD is still working on a method that would allow gay servicemembers to communicate their thoughts, ideas and experiences in a confidential manner, she said.