I can not fathom how it is not obvious that if being gay/lesbian could be held against one, then "Don't ask, don't tell" does, in fact, threaten national security,<br>If, however, your boss cares about your merit, rather than one's leisure time, and if you are allowed to tell, our national security is now safe. Regardless of your security clearance.<br>
It is the ugly secret of potential of blackmail that threatens, not openness.<br>Why is this not obvious to all who might care about this country?<br>Baffled, Lynn<br>