[alloysteel]

There was never any ban on homosexuals in the military. Nobody can know what is in your heart, if you never show any overt signs.

There was a ban on homosexual activities, and THAT should be kept in place.

There was a reason for “don’t ask, don’t tell”.

It was, and is, to PROTECT the closet homosexual.

[MSF BU]

Actually there was a ban. Under President Reagan soldiers were asked if they were homosexual; a yes answer got you discharged.

[beagleone]

Bingo.

[Doofer]

There was never any ban on homosexuals in the military. Nobody can know what is in your heart, if you never show any overt signs.

There was a ban on homosexual activities, and THAT should be kept in place.

Not entirely correct, if you came out and said you were homosexual, true or not, you got yourself and Administrative Discharge.