There have been homosexuals serving the military for years. Their personal identity has not been a matter to them, what has been most important is to serve their country as they have. It is quite judgmental when highly decorated officers that have fought in battle with these homosexuals, have seen their valor and dedication to serving their country, turn on them and find a way to discharge them from their positions after knowing what their sexual preferences are.
Many men and women feel proud to be part of the United States Armed Forces, gay or not. They work very hard and struggle to survive among other members. There should not be a stigma against these people. They should not be labeled as gay military personnel. Gay men and women serving the military should be given the same rights and opportunities.
President Clinton made an effort to give these men and women the right to be in the US Miliatry, but unfortunately his intent failed. This only served as a motive for those officials to discharge homosexuals after they openly spoke about their sexual preferences. But before that, it was permissible for them to serve and they did it well.
It is understandable, that this may cause discomfort for some soldiers due to certain living arrangements and social activities but that does not interfere with their main objective, which is, to serve their nation and serve them proud.
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