Yea, it sucks that homosexuals aren't allowed to be open about it while serving in the military, and eventually I believe the general outlook towards homosexuality will change enough to affect the military's stance on it (and maybe Obama will do something with that Military Readiness Enhancement Act), but as of right now, if gay Americans want to serve their country, they just have to keep their superiors out of the know regarding their sexual orientation.
It's probably the least demanding thing when compared to the other crap the military throws at its members.
Also, it's a nice loophole to have, the whole thing...
If someone wants out of the military, all they have to do is provide some compelling evidence that they're homosexual, and they can get out without a negative discharge. Anyone can use it, but I'd say that homosexuals have the upper hand when it comes down to providing proof.
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