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As a serious answer. I think we would maintain better standards if we 1. loosened the weight standards for initial recruits. 2. Quit being so damn quick to boot someone for "adjustment disorder". I think we should establish a permanent pre-boot camp for those that are over the weight standards or performed under a certain level on whatever they call the current PT test. Get them where they can pass and keep up, then rotate them into the next OSUT/BCT.
They did that when I enlisted.
They did that when I enlisted.
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Cpl Vic Burk
CPT Lawrence Cable Excellent suggestions. Now whether the military will go along with them or not, that's another story.
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CPT Lawrence Cable
A couple of other thoughts come to mind.
Run any of the GED/low ASVAB scores through BSEP before committing them to BCT/OSUT. That used to be common, especially for the English as a second language people.
Quit asking and testing initial entry people for using pot. The Army is going to eventually have to deal with the implications of legal Marijuana, but I don't care if they still test once you enlist. However, a lot of teens do stupid things when you are teenage, make it easy to get beyond that stuff.
It wouldn't hurt to have a real tattoo standard instead of the regulations being tightens every time there is a drawdown.
Run any of the GED/low ASVAB scores through BSEP before committing them to BCT/OSUT. That used to be common, especially for the English as a second language people.
Quit asking and testing initial entry people for using pot. The Army is going to eventually have to deal with the implications of legal Marijuana, but I don't care if they still test once you enlist. However, a lot of teens do stupid things when you are teenage, make it easy to get beyond that stuff.
It wouldn't hurt to have a real tattoo standard instead of the regulations being tightens every time there is a drawdown.
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Sure. Lower standards worked out so well the last time we tried it. https://bigthink.com/the-present/story-behind-mcnamaras-morons/
Project 100,000: The Vietnam War's cruel experiment on American soldiers
Military recruits are supposed to be assessed to see whether they're fit for service. What happens when they're not?
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CPT Lawrence Cable
CAPT Kevin B. - The Navy just shoved them on the Marines, who did get their share of these guys.
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I think we look at it as a measure to boost the force strength, but then add in a requirement to get a GED to advance beyond E2 or something similar. This would allow folks who are otherwise qualified, pass the ASVAB, and want to serve to get a roof over their heads, 3 meals, and some structure to set them up for success after service…all while doing what we need in return.
I like it if we do what we do - set the policy and enforce it. Could be a win…could be a flop. Guess we will find out either way.
I like it if we do what we do - set the policy and enforce it. Could be a win…could be a flop. Guess we will find out either way.
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