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QUESTION: I have completed my service obligation and am severely disturbed by the pending repeal of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. If I submit a resignation letter through my Chain of Command and it is not approved, will I be "black balled" by the unit/Army/etc?
ANSWER: DO NOT do it because of this. As you now, that the justice dept asked for a saty so they can appeal.
Keep in mind, Don't ask Don't tell WILL go away.
I don't see the military taking gays right away anyways, nor do I see openly gays streaming to join the military, and I dont see gays that are in, coming out.
It will take years to integrate them and in the end will make it harder to recruit as those who do not wish to shower with gays or bunk with them will want to join.
wait and see what happens. Thats the advice I am giving to all with concerns right now.
Just wait. Alot of people freaked when Obama took office, and things were ok, kind of anyways!! LOL
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QUESTION: Is there any "writing on the wall" that I should be looking for in the future that will serve as a warning sign that the process of integrating gays/lesbians is speeding up?
It will actually be announced with little fan fare, but the media will let it be known, not to mention, I am sure we will all go thru a ton of briefings on Sexual harrassmanet, how to deal with the gay/lesbians, and what is acceptable and not acceptable.
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Answers by Expert:
John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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