CROSSPOSTED FROM NJDC:
As we've written before, the disturbing allegations of proselytizing and religious intolerance at the Air Force Academy in Colorado are cause for serious concern. Now the issue has moved to Capitol Hill.
So how does the Republican leadership respond to Democratic efforts to address proselytizing and religious intimidation at the Air Force Academy? A GOP party-line whitewash of the entire issue.
Two weeks ago today, Rep. Steve Israel (D-NY) brought an amendment before the House Armed Services Committee to urge the Air Force to develop a plan to ensure "a climate free from religious intimidation and proselytizing."
How did Republicans on the committee respond?
Just listen to Rep. Walter Jones (R-NC) blame the victims and dismiss the legitimate concerns of Jews and others: "There is a problem in the military... the problem is political correctness."
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