The military draft is something that does not concern the everyday child like
it does Chapter 11. In the midst of a war the military draft inflicts fear into
many parents, siblings and young adults. Many so fearful that they even think
about leaving the country to avoid the draft. With big wars such as World War 1
and 2 the draft was necessary to fill in vacant spots in the force. At the end
of the Vietnam War the draft was upheld reliving many young American men.
What if the draft was still in place? Charlie Rangel, a lawyer, believes that
implementing the military draft would again would make the United States a
safer country. He says, "If we're going to get into wars, we have to
be prepared to make sacrifices. It shouldn't just be poor-ass kids volunteering
to do the work". As Rangel states may go into the war simply because they
cannot afford higher education nor can they get a good paying job. Therefore,
shouldn't everyone be playing a role in America's military system? Although
Rangel makes some good points he is having difficulty finding people to support
his point of view simply because at the moment were in no need of soldiers.
In some sense, the Hunger Games reaping and the military draft are two similar
ideas. No one wants to be picked besides the few crazy ones who volunteer
themselves. Although joining the military today either by draft or
volunteer does not mean a guaranteed death it does increase ones chances. This
scares the hell out of us. The idea of and increased likelihood of death.
Basically, the average American does not have the courage to join the military
on their own accord. And if the draft still existed one would see a lot of
children have the same idea as Chapter 11 and book it out of the country before
they hit 18. Rightfully so people are afraid of war because people are afraid
of death. War is something that is not new and will continue to coexist with
man.
http://www.militarytimes.com/story/military/2015/03/30/charlie-rangel-draft-fight/70373594/
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