Instituted in 1993 , the policy ended the military 's practice of asking potential service members if they are gay , but requires the dismissal of openly gay service members . Bill would allow gays to openly serve in the U.S. military . During run for presidency , Barack Obama said he would repeal `` do n't ask-do n't tell '' Bill sponsor : Hillary Clinton Comment:
Bill would allow gays to openly serve in the U.S. military . During run for presidency , Barack Obama said he would repeal `` do n't ask-do n't tell '' Bill sponsor : Hillary Clinton Comment: