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The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has announced it will upgrade discharges of servicemen and women who were discriminated under the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy. The policy, which was in effect from 1993 to 2011, barred openly gay, lesbian, or bisexual persons from military service. The upgrade of the discharges is meant to correct the records of thousands of veterans who were discharged on the basis of their sexual orientation.
DOD Plans ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Discharge Upgrades
The Department of Defense (DOD) is set to upgrade discharges from the ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy.Read More
This upgrade signifies a major shift in DOD policies, reflecting evolving societal attitudes towards the LGTBQ+ community. This news is expected to positively impact military personnel affected by the past policy, paving the way for an improved discharge status.
The ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy was a controversial regulation that led to the dismissal of numerous service members due to their sexual orientation. With the upgrading of discharges, affected servicemen and servicewomen stand to gain both reputationally and financially.
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