Don't ask Don't Tell

“Don't ask don't tell”: Does it hurt Military Readiness?"

Introduction

The practice of military services in the form of different sexual orientations that are caused by psychological, social and legal problems, are familiar to all armies of the world. Homosexuality in U.S. Military Services has long remained a debatable topic that gathered immense inquisitiveness from all strata of people and military strategists. In the year 1993, new regulations underpinned this practice, reflecting a change in policy. This compromise is known as “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” policy, which holds that homosexual orientations among the military men would harm or hurt military readiness, discipline and morale; that are characteristics features of a successful military regimen (Prakash, 2009). According to Sarvis (2009), America is fully prepared in getting rid of this policy.

Discussion

The policy of “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” demands constant amendments by the Members of the Congress who proposed amendments to the policy for the better interest of the military men. The two bills that were proposed to abolish this policy with the policy of exercising non-discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, included H.R. 1283 and S. 3065, introduced in the 11th Congress session. The ban on U.S. military to reveal their homosexuality is unconstitutional, because it violates freedom of expression and the right to fair treatment. Hence, this policy did not receive any special acceptance from the military, since it was regarded as baseless and non-applicable to the interests of the serving men.

Violation of the Fifth Amendment

The current rule of “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” prohibits homosexuals to talk about their relationship while on the other hand, heterosexuals are allowed to advocate or express their internal feelings in any manner they please. The constitution along with political personnel, believes that this policy violates the 5th Amendment of the Constitution, by limiting the ability of the soldiers to challenge a decision that is purely based on their personal instincts (Sarvis, 2009). According to Sarvis (2009), 73% of veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan have expressed their comfort level with lesbians and gays.

Reluctance within the Army Men

The policy of “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” is subjected to hesitance and violation form military circles, being regarded as an attempt to their personal inhibitions and sexual orientations. The consequences of such repeal would be destructive for the military strategists, since it would create an environment of discrimination and conflict between the military men. Many of the army commanders and other personnel believe that the policy would be resisted against, because it creates ripples for the homosexual, military men who tend to be expressive for their sexual needs (Donnelley, 2009).

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