Top military officer advises Obama to act in ‘a measured way’ on changing policy for gays

WASHINGTON — The nation’s top military officer said Sunday he has advised President Barack Obama to move “in a measured way” in changing the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy that bans gays from serving openly in the military.

White House says ‘don’t ask’ policy on gays in military is in early stages of review

WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s national security adviser says allowing gays and lesbians to serve openly in the military is in the early discussions.