Obama Still Reported MIA On DADT Repeal

As AmericaBlog and other LGBT news outlets and blogs have reported, the Liar-in-Chief's actions continue to show the lie of his claims to be a "fierce advocate" of LGBT rights - particularly the repeal of DADT. With time of the essence and some question as to whether there will be 60 votes in the Senate to kill any filibuster attempt by John McSenile, one would think that the Liar -in-Chief would be making phone calls to Senators and twisting some arms - that is if he meant a word he's said to LGBT Americans. Actions, however, speak louder than words and Obama's inaction tells all that we need to know. AmericaBlog has launched an effort to pressure Obama to get off his ass and be the advocate he claims to be. To sign the petition to be delivered to the White House, go here. Here are highlights from AmericaBlog's demand that Obama get involved:
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White House spokesman Robert Gibbs recently told reporters that President Obama hasn't made any calls to wavering senators in support of repealing Don't Ask, Don't Tell -- which will soon be voted on in the Senate. What's he waiting for?
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At a recent meeting between President Obama and progressive bloggers, Joe Sudbay personally told the president about our widespread disappointment over his failure to fulfill his campaign promises, including repeal of DADT.
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Today, we're asking you to help us show that this sentiment is real by joining our open letter that we'll personally deliver to the White House.
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[W]e need President Obama’s leadership once again -- this is not the time for him to be MIA. He promised to be our fierce advocate. Let's tell him: We need his fierce advocacy now on this issue.

If we don't repeal Don't Ask, Don't Tell now, we all lose. It would be a “political disaster” for President Obama, according to The Hill newspaper. LGBT voters know that it could be years before we get another chance at passing anything pro-gay at the federal level. And Democrats learned this past November what happens when they leave their base disillusioned. None of us can afford to miss this window of opportunity.
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Will the Liar-in-Chief act on behalf of LGBT Americans or will he be MIA yet again? I'd like to believe he'll get involved, but his track record to date is abysmal. I'm not holding my breath in hope.