The military is a contradiction of democratic values, yet a universal draft is the ultimate form of democracy and the essence of democracy’s roots. As such, a universal draft is to be feared by those who would prefer a form of authoritarian government (oligarchy, plutocracy, theocracy, etc.).
I find it no surprise that the end of the draft and institution of a recruited military came at the end of the last liberal US presidency
Bring back the draft and make it universal for ALL 18 year olds, no exceptions, no deferments.
The military is a contradiction of democratic values, yet a universal draft is the ultimate form of democracy and the essence of democracy’s roots. As such, a universal draft is to be feared by those who would prefer a form of authoritarian government (oligarchy, plutocracy, theocracy, etc.).
I find it no surprise that the end of the draft and institution of a recruited military came at the end of the last liberal US presidency
Bring back the draft and make it universal for ALL 18 year olds, no exceptions, no deferments.
Harry Freiberg
USN 1967-71
Vietnam 1968
Medevac