white house boys want a private meeting. congress and the pentagon share a lot of plumbing. they'll never know whose leak it is. did you hear? not that. the white house just announced that it was sponsoring legislation that would, in one stroke, void all remaining elements of the 1948 combat exclusion laws. you there? senator? just got word today. the senator wants you to know that she's disturbed by the matter, and she'll be looking into it carefully to make sure you were treated fairly. if you need to reach us, we're here in washington, 202-224-3121. ms. o'neil. yes, of course. i'm douglas champeau. unfortunately, the senator is in chamber right now. how can i help you? i mean, she's on the floor of the senate. she really can't be disturbed. but if you care to wait, i'll find you an office with a phone. it might be several hours, but -- see the secretary, please. senator dehaven is here for the graduation ceremonies. just a small press corps. routine. that? that would be the all-woman america's cup team.