The "Don't Ask,Don't Tell" rule led to a large number of homosexuals in the military coming "out of the closet."

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The "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy was implemented to prevent homosexuals from openly serving in the military. It actually had the opposite effect of forcing many LGBT individuals to remain in the closet for fear of discrimination and discharge from their service. It wasn't until the policy was repealed in 2011 that openly LGBT individuals were able to serve without fear of persecution.

The "Don't Ask,Don't Tell" Rule Led to a Large Number