How will the DADT repeal affect Military life?

On September 20th, Don't Ask, Don't Tell will be repealed. At Ms., we're gathering and publishing your insights on the repeal of DADT and how military life will change. We're interested in hearing from anyone serving in the military or who is part of a military family, and especially from former or current LGBTQ service members and their loved ones.

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How was military life during DADT? *

What do you think military life will be like after the repeal? *

Are you a self-identified LGBTQ individual who is serving or has served in the military?

If so, did you hide your sexuality while in the military? Were you able to share it with some military friends and not others?

If you were discharged under DADT or know someone who was, we invite you to share that story with us.

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