Posted on Feb 3, 2016
Should women be eligible for the next military draft?
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The problem, as I see it, has nothing to do with the need today for the Selective Service program. It It is if an all out war comes into being, (like Pearl Harbor) . We could not get enough volunteers just as it has been in the 70s and before in a short time period. Yes, take your chances, just like many of us did back then and either sign up or be on the waiting list in case there is a desperate need, quickly. Now, what do I think this is all about? The branch leaders that have to implement all that is coming their way, in times of multiple deployments and other aspects of women in combat (yes, I know they are there now, but seldom in a hands on real take it to them battle). These leaders are fighting for our countries ability to defend the homeland and our allies, as treaty requirements exist. Wondering how long true leaders like this that buck the system will last.
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I am not advocating that all women be required to register for the draft when they turn 18. In the event of a general mobilization which was last seen in WWII then I think women should be required to register for the draft only at that point.
Caveat: I turned in my draft card when I enlisted at age 18 in November 1974.
Caveat: I turned in my draft card when I enlisted at age 18 in November 1974.
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SCPO Larry Poffenbarger
I enlisted when I was seventeen, signed up for the draft, and received notice to report for induction while on a Destroyer in the North Atlantic. (No women)
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