Jan 29, 1993. An interim policy on ending the ban on homosexuals in the US military was announced by President William Clinton. The policy ended the questioning of military recruits regarding their sexual orientation but allowed removal of openly homosexual members from active service. President Clinton’s announced policy of “don’t ask, don’t tell, don’t pursue” was intended to allow homosexuals to serve in the armed forces as long as they were discreet.
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