[Overdriven]

Personally I think alot of factors go into how a person acts in society whether being gay, homicidal etc. Genetics and biology certainly play a roleas everyone is "wired" differently. Think about people who are really smart and able to make scientific discoveries. Then there's ADD, ADHD, those with anger issues. These factors are sometimes biological and can lead to the increased "possibility" of certain behaviors. Is there a gay gene? Maybe not, but certain biological factors mixed with that persons social environment may have something to do with it.

Back to the Dont ask don't tell policy. The simple fact is, homosexuality in the military is (or can be) a distraction. There's no room for distractions while protecting this country. There are those in this country (and serving in the military) who believe homosexuality is an abomination and will do anything they can to stop it and spread their view. An openly gay person in their unit would be a distraction to them and as a result, to others in the unit also. Then there's possible hazing, constant verbal threats/abuse, physical confrontation, etc. Considering those factors, one could argue it's to protect the gay service person too. It's unfortunate that the law puts gays "back in the closet", but it's the way it is.

One thing I don't agree with is a service person being discharged when they're found out to be gay. Especially when that person is of higher rank or a career soldier. If they are good enough to earn higher ranks or comitted enough to be career, just transfer them to another base.