What were the immediate reactions of LGBTQ+ service members and veterans to the repeal of DADT?

Nov 30, 2010 ... The policy that allows gay men and women to serve in the military as long as they keep their sexual orientation quiet. This resulted in homosexuals being banned from serving in the military. In 1993, the Clinton administration signed into law a “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy ... In 1993, the “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy was instituted within the U.S. military, and permitted gays to serve in the military but banned homosexual activity. Dec 22, 2010 ... I want to thank all the patriots who are here today, all of them who were forced to hang up their uniforms as a result of “Don't Ask, Don't Tell ... Oct 15, 2024 ... In May 1993, just a few months before "don't ask, don't tell" was implemented but in the middle of a debate raging about whether gay people ... Nov 4, 2020 ... The “toxic” legacy of Don't Ask, Don't Tell and its lingering effects on veterans and military families. Sep 20, 2011 ... 'Don't ask, don't tell' ban on gays in US military ends ... A policy banning open homosexuality in the US military has been repealed after nearly ... Jul 4, 2023 ... It's been more than a decade since 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' was repealed. Introduced in 1993, the law remained in effect until 2011. Dec 22, 2020 ... When President Bill Clinton signed “don't ask, don't tell" into law in 1993, it was a compromise between the White House and Congress to end the ... Sep 20, 2024 ... Dr. McFarland, thank you for your service to our country and thank you for your bravery in sharing your story. On this anniversary of repeal of ...