from the front lines in afghanistan, one marine major general reported, sir, quite honestfully, they are focused on the enemy fp going forward, the personnel and readiness community are in the midst of reviewing which military family benefits. the repeal of don't ask, don't tell exposes certain inequalities between similarly situated couples in the military community. this troubles many of our leaders. though the department of justice has said it will not defend the constitutionality of doma in court until final resolution of that issue. it's basic for the military and central to our efforts. because of the number of bep fits that are prosides to our military community and the complex legal frame work, the process has opinion comprehensive and time consum , consuming, but it will get done. up with final note about today's event. this type of event, during the month of june has occurred in civilian society and in civilian agencies of the federal government for years. the cia hosted a gay pride event 12 years ago. this is the first time in history such an vent has o kored at the pentag