Should women be required to register with the Selective Service upon turning 18?

As mentioned previously by other posters, be careful of what you ask for. If women want the same rights as males, job, pay, etc, then they should be treated no different in all arenas. They should register just like anyone else and take whatever is given to them. This is a can of worms question since there are many double standards when it comes to women. Just come out with some regs to make it all the same and I would have no issue with it at all. One standard, on Soldier, one fight.

Of course. And this is not any punishment but common sense. They have the right to defend the country the way they want it - not just the way men want them to.

Yes they should! After reading most of the post on this discussion, Females in, or that have served in the military have no issue with females registering. Where you’re going to see possible push back will be from those that believe they are privileged and have no idea what the military culture is all about. I salute all those that currently serve or have served in the past in any capacity.

Sure, they have fought for equal rights to be included in the volunteer force, why shouldn't they be subject to the draft. If they want their cake they should eat it too.

Yes, equal opportunity means equality across the board.

Without Question....

All able bodied Americans should register with the Selective Service at age 18. There should also be compulsory service. It could be military, Teach America, Job Corps, or something similar.
It would teach some how to work. It would teach teamwork and some many other things. I think it would cut unemployment because more youngsters would have some skills, training and work experience.

Old post, but first time seeing it and wanted to respond.

Personally I think the selective service system is obsolete and should be entirely removed. We have a strong entirely volunteer force who are more than capable and willing to fulfill the missions asked of us. I think most of us are aware how things were with those that were drafted. Most didn't want to be there, and many were intentionally being screw ups so they could be forced out and return to their civilian lives.

With this being said, if this system is kept in place, then yes; women should be required to register for it. They want equal rights, give them equal rights. Period. Equal means equal in all aspects, not the ones they "choose" to be equal in.

Absolutely!! They are citizens just like anyone else. I am sure most females will also agree with me that they don't want to be left out. Besides, they have proven to be a big part of our military.

yes. it would be a step in the direction of equality.