Community Service Should Be Mandatory Essay

Like my grandfather and father before me, I decided as a young man to serve my country. My grandfather was an infantryman in the Army. He fought his way through Europe in World War II. My father joined the Coast Guard in the late seventies protecting our coastline in New York City. So I followed suit joining the Army and deploying to Afghanistan. My family is not unique or special in this regard. Many families have served our country. In other countries around the world, it is mandatory to serve. I believe service should be mandatory here in the United States as well. Citizens of America now more than ever seem to have a disconnect with their country and, a lack of appreciation for the sacrifices made by those that came before them. Most only experiencing what is outside of their community through TV and social media, while never having to be truly accountable for their actions. Many young Americans without any real skills in a culture of narcissism. Thinking only about themselves. To quote the comedian Louis C.K -“You know what, it 's not your life, it 's life. Life is bigger than you if you can imagine that. Life isn 't something that you possess, it 's something that you take part in and witness.” I would like to agree. Mandatory service will bring …show more content…
There are many that feel mandatory service would violate their beliefs. They would not willingly choose to take part in an "Unjust War". Whether they like it or not, it is mandatory that everyone register with the Selective Service at the age of 18. As a citizen, you are subject to this country 's decisions. Their service would not necessarily have to come in the form of wielding a weapon. There are many supporting roles they could take to help this country. Such as caring for the sick and help in establishing community programs. These would still offer a great amount of training and experience to help them become