Most Americans Believe Gays Should be Allowed to Serve Openly in Military

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SANTA BARBARA, CA, June 27, 2007- A recent CNN poll found that 79 percent of Americans believe that openly gay people should be allowed to serve in the military. A new poll by Fabriozio-McLaughlin finds that by a 49 to 42 percent majority, Republicans also favor the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell."

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SANTA BARBARA, CA, June 27, 2007- A recent CNN poll found that 79 percent of Americans believe that openly gay people should be allowed to serve in the military. This level of support for gays is consistent with other polling data which indicate ongoing public support for the repeal of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell". In addition, the Fabriozio-McLaughlin poll suggests that attitudes among conservatives are also changing.