What was the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy? What was the penalty for a soldier who violated this policy? Why was it implemented? What is the current status of the policy?
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An ideal response will:
1, Describe the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, which stated that the military would not ask about the sexual orientation of soldiers, but that soldiers could not tell others if they were gay or lesbian. Therefore, gays and lesbians could serve in the military, but only if they remained "in the closet."
2,. Note that gay and lesbian soldiers who revealed their sexual orientation could be discharged from the military.
3, Explain that the policy was the result of a compromise. Bill Clinton favored allowing gays and lesbians to serve in the military, but the military (along with many members of Congress and the public) opposed the policy.
4, Note that Barack Obama signed a law eliminating "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" and opening the door for gays and lesbians to serve openly in the military.
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A. their brain biology is predisposed to terrorism B. they believe that their social network is alienated C. their religion promotes and precipitates violence D. their low income level is a predisposition to violence
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A. political B. generative C. elite D. rational-comprehensive