At one time in the U.S., individuals who were avowed homosexuals were prohibited from joining the armed services. Those already in who were discovered were discharged. This policy represents:

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This policy represents institutionalized prejudice and discrimination because it is a policy implemented by the armed services as an institution. It reflects a broader societal belief that homosexuals are not fit to serve in the military, and this belief is translated into policy. The policy has a disproportionate impact on a minority group, namely homosexuals. The policy of prohibiting homosexuals from joining or discharging them if discovered represents institutionalized prejudice and discrimination, as it was a formal policy of the armed services. It affected a minority group (homosexuals) and denied them certain rights and opportunities based on their sexual orientation.

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