A Possible Move On "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Early Next Year

Barney Frank has told Headline News that “Early next year we will be moving on ‘Don't ask, don’t tell":

In the Senate, White House advisers have directly discussed repealing the law with Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.), a key member of his chamber's Armed Services Committee. Lieberman, a hawk on defense, is a staunch opponent of "Don’t ask, don’t tell," and his support could prove influential in winning centrist votes.

Lieberman's office has confirmed the discussions took place but did not provide further details.

This will do a lot for Obama's base, and he must do it before 2010 to limit political exposure. Having Lieberman on board will be really good, but expect the "Blue Dogs" to pitch a fit in the House (that means you can start jumping now Bright and Griffith).