[CSM]

"I believe people should be allowed to serve their country if they choose to do so and are fit mentally and physically. There was no reason for this guy to be kicked out. DADT needs to come to an end."

Would you be comfortable showering within 2 feet of a gay person of your sex? Accepting gays in the military is no different than having co-ed showers. That's just the opinion of this one time lowly enlisted soldier.

[FloridianBushFan]

Yes because I know they are not going to try anything in there. Most gays who join the military are doing it cause just like everyone else they want to defend and serve their country. They are not going to be in the shower coming on to everyone in there. Majority of military shows are individual stalls.

[Little Bill]

When I was in the Army in the '60's the guy would have been beat on, done some Stockade time, and then booted. If I remember correctly it was called 6,6, and a kick.

[Joan Kerrey]

Would you be comfortable showering within 2 feet of a gay person of your sex?

If you're a secure and mature person it shouldn't be a problem. That person in the shower, 2 feet away, is the same person he/she was when they were outside the shower door. The only thing that changes is that you are aware that they're gay. If that's uncomfortable it would appear that you have a problem, not the gay person showering next to you especially if no attempt is being made to seduce you. An overt gesture would be out of place, gay or straight.