By Nathaniel Frank 

UNFRIENDLY FIRE: How the Gay Ban Undermines the Military and Weakens America (St. Martins, 2009) This book builds on arguments the author has made in the New York Times, Washington Post, The New Republic and on national television and radio appearances, to share the rich, varied and dramatic stories of America’s gay troops, including those on the frontlines of the wars in the Middle East.

Drawing on hundreds of exclusive interviews, the book presents the latest research and over a decade of evidence on gay service showing that gays can and do serve openly in the U.S. military without incident, and that the policy itself is weakening the military it was supposed to protect.

Poised to become the definitive story of “don’t ask, don’t tell,” the book is a lively and compelling narrative that is sure to make the blood boil of any American who cares about national security, the right to speak the truth, or just plain fairness.

This book is forthcoming from St. Martins Press, 2009.

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