1993 policy

The 1993 policy, often referring to the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" (DADT) policy in the U.S. military, was a compromise allowing gay, lesbian, and bisexual individuals to serve. It prohibited military personnel from openly acknowledging their sexual orientation but also forbade discrimination based on it. The policy aimed to balance military readiness with the desire to avoid discharging service members solely for their sexuality. It was a step towards greater acceptance but still restricted openness about personal identity in service. DADT remained until it was officially repealed in 2011.