Congress votes to repeal the military 's policy banning openly gay and lesbian members . Comment: The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a lower court ruling that said it was unconstitutional for the government to deny benefits based on sexual orientation, but not gender identity or race. ` It affirms American ideals of equal opportunity '' Yale is `` eager '' to open talks about expanding opportunities for students interested in military service .
Congress votes to repeal the military 's policy banning openly gay and lesbian members . Harvard president : `` It affirms American ideals of equal opportunity '' Yale is `` eager '' to open talks about expanding opportunities for students interested in military service .