Virginia Candidates Talk DADT

A recent election forum in Virginia forced congressional candidates Glenn Nye (pictured) and Scott Rigell to discuss their opinions on "don't ask, don't tell" -- and neither supports a judicial repeal of the measure.

Democratic incumbent Nye is trying to hold on to his seat, representing Virginia's second district, which encompasses greater Norfolk. The 36-year-old politician told forum attendees that he understood their frustration over DADT's longevity, but that the measure should be repealed by Congress after the military study on ending the ban commences on December 1.

It's not clear if Nye addressed the possibility that Republicans would regain control of either the House or Senate, which would make congressional repeal difficult, if not impossible.

Virginia's Daily Press reports that GOP challenger Rigell wants to hold on to the ban, as does the independent candidate, Kenny Golden. "Golden said the policy should stay, but he does not favor a third party reporting someone for their sexual behavior," according to the newspaper.