#America hasn't had a military draft since #Vietnam

[bigclimate.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy]

#America hasn't had a military draft since #Vietnam A military draft means if you or your loved ones are aged between 18 and 25 years old they can be called up to fight a war at any time or face criminal charges. #Trump #Iran

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[sheamuspatt@mstdn.ca]

@bigclimate.bsky.social In fact, Jimmy Carter brought Selective Service (Draft) Registration back in 1979 though an actual draft (or conscription) hasn't been invoked since Vietnam. What's changed is that Hegseth wants to make it automatic rather than just an obligation which it seems many ignore.
There's a lot of confusion in the press over this, I find. The draft, or conscription, refers to being called up for military service. No one is suggesting that, yet - it's just Selective service Registration that's being automated (maybe).

Jimmy Carter's Other Legacy: Registering for the Draft

Recalling another Jimmy Carter legacy: reinstating the signup for military service in 1980

Rolling Stone (www.rollingstone.com)

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