Mandatory Military Draft

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The number of citizens who have served in the military has decreased by over a half since 1980. There is high hostility toward the military: In that sense, we should bring back the draft. It would be an honor to fight for The United States— Air Force, Marines, Army, or Navy. This Nation is One and I believe that he or she should fight alongside their Country. There are hospitals, Rural Legal Services, and more options that do not include having to hands on fight, however it still helps. National Service should become mandatory for a year because We must fight for freedom, it would unite the Nation, and conform Us as Individuals.
“We all want freedom, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s free”, freedom comes from hardship and losses.

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