Ask QC: Should I Join The Marines?

Dear QueerClick,

I am 18, gay, and enjoying life. There is one problem though. I want to join the Marines. I’ve had all these recruiters contact me because I scored really high on the SAVAB test.

I don’t know what to do. I want to join but I don’t want to risk it because of my sexual
orientation. I’m afraid that they will find out and I will get dishonorably discharged. That would look really bad.

What should I do? I have 4 months to decide. They want me to leave for boot camp in June. Can someone help me? Please!!
-J

Hmm… one on hand, J should be able to serve his country without fear. But on the other hand, the US military still has the reprehensible “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” policy. What do you think, QC readers? Please feel free to share your own experiences and advice to help him in the comments section.
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