I think at least one family member of anybody wanting to live here must serve in the Military?
969463
Maybe, but perhaps it should be like some other countries, where everyone who meets the physical requirements should serve in at least some fashion. If not the military, then some other form of public service. If they attend college, then that service would be delayed until after college.\n\n  I served in the Army National Guard, the Air Force, and the Air National Guard, and don't regret it one bit. I left for medical reasons, but served a total of about 6 years, with 4 of them active. Those who don't serve have no idea of the mindset of a soldier. We are the last to wish a conflict, as we know that we will be doing the fighting. On the other hand, we know that without us, our country would be defenseless.\n\n  A single tour is really enough, and we would have plenty of troops to fulfill our missions. It would be a great educational opportunity for everyone, and they certainly would better appreciate this land we live in, just as you mentioned.
310842
That should be a decision up to his family.\n\nNot the world.
552362
I think you are alittle ahead of yourself.  It is much different being in boot camp and I assure you it is much difficult than you think. Just because you can do this and that in the civilian world doesn't mean nothing. Here say from other military people, a friend etc.  is just here say. Look sweetie you do not belong to yourself or your parents when you go into service...the government owns you and tells you what you can and canot do   Do more for our country by helping those less forturnate than you. Go to college or try and open up your own business. Own yourself ok?
1016047
Your assessment is well reasoned, but I don't agree with your assumption that most people join the military because they have no other choice.\n\nMany people join for the experience, because it's a good first job, and to pay for college.  These are not necessarily the same people who would otherwise be on welfare.\n\nA lot of welfare recipients would not qualify to be in the military.  The military has physical and educational standards.\n\nAlso, a lot of welfare recipients are content to just "get by", while a young man or woman who joins the military has aspirations to improve themselves through education and experience.\n\nRegarding welfare reform, back in the late 1990s, the Newt Gingrich led Congress pressured Bill Clinton into signing a huge welfare reform bill which has transformed the situation for the better.  Millions have been forced to seek employment rather than collect welfare.
1044739
YES!!! In fact I served in the army (but I know this applies to ALL US military branches) with many people who did not have a US citizenship (and were not looking to GET one) who were in the military. Talk to your local recruiter they will help you go through the proper paperwork, IF you ARE looking to get US Citizenship joining the military can help actually speed up the process, and they encourage it!
392610
Military families are well taken care of. They get free healthcare and prescriptions and free living quarters with utilities paid. If they live off post they get additional money for living expenses. My husband has been in for 16 years and he loves his job and his duties as a soldier. He has so many awards, I can't even count them. Some people choose to be a soldier because that's what they want to be in life.
1126257
Bush, Congress, Judiciary, Wealthy it does not matter. None of their family are there. And yes my Dad and uncles served in WW2, lost a cousin and many friends in Nam so I do know what war costs. I realize that the military is supposed to be one big happy family and I know that they would in fact do anything for one another.However, I believe the word was fraging? Killing your own leader to avoid battle. Happened in every war. Maybe instead we need to allow only the rich to fight in wars, maybe we wouldn't have so many.
732250
I doubt it. It is possible. I have a Mexican aquaintance who joined the Army in Los Angeles during the Viet Nam war, is a decorated veteran. He was an illegal alien then, is living in Mexico and is a Plant Manager. No I have no idea how he got away with joining.
734951
Why was he willing to help get more soldiers in the guard. I would like to say that all soldiers are doing a job. They signed up for it. If he does not like the way they conduct business don't reenlist. I think he needs to get out and shut his mouth up. We has military family are proud of our soldiers. We support them no matter what. It is something we have no say where the go and what they do.
159664
most people would claim that to be unfair. you would get a "militant" congress. i wouldn't be against it personally, but many people find it below them to serve in the military.
1135855
Most definitely.  Its a bit scary isn't it?  Now theya re saying in the newspaper this morning that we might not be ready, that we may not have missles with enough knowledge to seek and distroy!  I live in Seattle and we have military installations all over the coast here!
826752
Let us give them a taste of American/British citizenship.  Let's invite them to join the army or marines and go to Iraq and fight for the country they wish to live in.  If they live, we'll give them citizenship.  If they die, then we will give them a hero's burial.
727063
No.  It's a fine rule to have.  It stops a foreigner coming here and "sleeping" for 20 years and taking control of one branch of the government.  Any foreign-born person interested in serving his or her adopted country has plenty of other opportunities to serve.
37043
Sorry Jack, I love my country but I am not going to let my only son, whom I was told I would never have, to enlist in the military. I think that since he is the only son, they won't take him anyway. Besides how mature and responsible are 18-25 year olds. If they draft, they should take the 30-40 year olds. They have more sense.I am against the war in Iraq but if we need to go to war, I think we should send all the criminals who are in prison instead of using our tax money to feed them mf.
654184
The military will only ship to your Home of Record.  I, honestly, don't know if that applies to family members in cases such as yours.  Your best bet is to contact the transportation office.
90033
Hey! Last week is not very far... l think you will hear from your brother soon .definately, they don't take them by force! and if they are being taken by USA for military training..., its not easy but l believe  they will make it and soon get used to it. more hopefully everything will be alright...
780306
Yes They should fight for want they want.  They are fighting everyday to come into a country, that they wish was thier country .  They should ALL stand to together a get rid of thier government and elect some that will take care of thier country!\nI wish them all the luck.  It has to be hard to leave thier family members behind, but they need to stay there!.