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U.S. lawmakers on Saturday to end the ban on gay men and women serving in the armed forces. It brought an end to a 17-year campaign over a that prevented or discouraged thousands of gays and lesbians from America’s military. There was an overwhelming as senators voted 65-31 in favor of repealing the law. It was under Bill Clinton’s presidency and was called “don’t ask, don’t tell”. President Obama was very with the Senate’s decision, saying it was "time to this chapter in our history." He added: "As commander in chief, I am also absolutely that making this change will only underscore the professionalism of our as the best led and best trained fighting force the world has ever known.”

Obama will sign the landmark into law this week, although the changes won’t take for at least several months. Political commentators the decision and likened it to the end of segregation in the military. Senator Joe Lieberman, who was at the front of to end the law, said: "We righted a wrong." Another Senator, Ron Wyden, said: "I don't care who you love. If you love this country to risk your life for it, you shouldn't have to who you are." Opposed to the bill was presidential candidate John McCain, who said, “we are doing great … don't think there won't be a great cost”. One gay ex-air man, Michael Almy, is looking forward to rejoining the air . "I can't wait to be a part of it again," he said.