I would also like to see the definition of "service" expanded to include Americorps, the Peace Corps, and the like. And make it mandatory for everyone.
No arguments here. (nor arguments for the additions of meltoine and Stan)
Interestingly enough, it's something that might have impacted me when I first got my green card - males that gain permanent residency in the US have to register for the draft, but as a woman I did not have to...
Post by imojoebunny on Feb 3, 2016 19:41:04 GMT -5
My daughter is a Quaker. She behaves like a Quaker, buys into Quaker philosophy with zeal. She is a pro at silent meeting. She would be horrible at defending our country. She would make a much better diplomat. I am not opposed to the draft, but I can't see DD in the military. I have several female friends who are career military and others who are reservist who have been called up in recent times, unless DD changes her spots in the next 8 years, no way could she hang with those ladies. She would help the enemy tie their shoes, so they could shoot faster.
That said, I think with modern warfare, women are equally as capable as men in most positions, if they have the right temperament.
My daughter is a Quaker. She behaves like a Quaker, buys into Quaker philosophy with zeal. She is a pro at silent meeting. She would be horrible at defending our country. She would make a much better diplomat. I am not opposed to the draft, but I can't see DD in the military. I have several female friends who are career military and others who are reservist who have been called up in recent times, unless DD changes her spots in the next 8 years, no way could she hang with those ladies. She would help the enemy tie their shoes, so they could shoot faster.
That said, I think with modern warfare, women are equally as capable as men in most positions, if they have the right temperament.
My dad is a Quaker. He would be ineligible for the military draft as a conscientious objector, but could serve in Americorps, Peace Corps, or similar. He actually has served his nation, as a public educator, for the last 30 years. His life of service is one of the reasons I chose service as a career.
Oops... I thought I was posting on MMM. I need smaller fingers or a bigger screen, and possibly glasses :-). DD would be great in the Peace Corps or Americorps. I find intriguing that you chose the military with a Quaker dad, but what I really like about the Quakers, and I am not one, is their acceptance of others and allowing people to draw their own conclusions. Thank you for your service.