Homosexuals in the military
One's sexual orientation should not be a cause of persecution or discrimination. Every day men and women are called upon to defend our nation's rights and liberties. In the military homosexuals and bisexual soldiers are denied the same rights as straight persons and are treated like second-class citizens. They are forced to live a lie every day due to consequences such as dishonorable discharge or maybe even death. If they admit their homosexuality or if they are even suspected of being gay they are immediately discharged. Homosexuals are given the stereotype of diseased, sexual predators, who are unable control their sexuality. Despite President Clinton's efforts with the "Don't Ask Don't Tell Policy," homosexuals are still harassed, and questioned by their fellow solders and commanding officers. Just like heterosexuals, they should be free to be open about their sexuality, but not practice it in uniform. In conclusion, the Clinton policy is not protection homosexuals from persecution, expulsion, harassment, stereotype or discrimination. Homosexuals should have the right as United States citizens to serve openly in the U.S. military. For nearly 50 years, it has been the United States military's offi
cial policy to exclude homosexuals from service based on sexual orientation alone. In conclusion it is not fair to exclude homosexuals from the military based on the stereotype placed on them. Surveys also reveal "harassment towards homosexuals is not only tolerated but practiced by commanding officers. It took Shannon 10 months to pass the court martialed and go back to the military. Nerveless, 1,250 people in 2001 were released due to homosexual discharged, the most since 1987. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 1). Gays are not given the opportunity to dedicate their life to the country they love. Pro position2 Due to the ineffectiveness of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, discrimination, harassment, and expulsion are all too common. When Nicole reported the harassment directed at her, things just got worse. Under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 it states, "It shall be an unlawful employment practice for an employer to fail or refuse to hire or to discharge any individual with respect to his compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, because of such individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin"(U. Not allowing homosexuals in the military is so controversial because many people believe that it is violating civil rights. His body was so badly damaged that his liver contained holes that allowed the doctor to see straight though it. In addition, there should be a more strict and precise policy on harassment and assault towards homosexuals. Nicole says, "Rumors had circulated that I was gay, and this instructor would make cracks about dikes in the water and turn to me saying, Don't get too excited about that word.
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