Would you want the draft reinstalled?
957192
While I believe we are undermanned, I don't think of the Iraq war as a question of nationality.  This is a crooked war and we all know it.  I can speak for many by saying I am not eager to die for a war I don't believe in.
816198
Dont reintroduce it? That'd be my vote, but dont ask me how to then deal with our overcrowded prisons...cos i have no idea sorry
255874
Just download and install it again.
91912
Absolutely not, in fact read the Source here the bill to restore the Draft failed the House 402 - 2\n\nEvery Republican present for the vote and all but 2 Drmocrats present, were among the 402 people that voted against Draft restoration.\n\nPresident Bush himself has repeatedly spoken against the Draft cause he know that a Volunteer Army is more effective than a Drafted Army.\n\nA Draft cannot be restored without the approval of Congress and it already failed in the House so stop the rumor spreading please.\n\nTHE DRAFT IS NOT COMING BACK, END OF STORY
791651
Look, the draft is still probably the only issue that will unite Americans against the party that pushes it through.  It becomes more complex with the Dems in charge in the House and Senate and a GOP president.  If they all agree to re-instating the draft, I think you will see an absolute revolt in main street America.  One thing is for sure, reinstating the draft (assuming House and Senate Republicans largely vote against it) will ensure that the Democrats only hold the House and Senate for 2 years.  In '08, there would be a big swing back to the GOP and probably a Democrat president.
924067
You must register.  \n\nThere is no draft at this time so you don't have to worry.
824823
The current system would not draft females.  The government would have to change the current statutes to do that.  They could require males to serve.  \n\n-------\nHere is a brief overview of what would occur if the United States returned to a draft: \n\n1. CONGRESS AND THE PRESIDENT AUTHORIZE A DRAFT \nA crisis occurs which requires more troops than the volunteer military can supply. Congress passes and the President signs legislation which starts a draft. \n\n2. THE LOTTERY \nA lottery based on birthdays determines the order in which registered men are called up by Selective Service. The first to be called, in a sequence determined by the lottery, will be men whose 20th birthday falls during that year, followed, if needed, by those aged 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25. 18-year-olds and those turning 19 would probably not be drafted. \n\n3. ALL PARTS OF SELECTIVE SERVICE ARE ACTIVATED \nThe Agency activates and orders its State Directors and Reserve Forces Officers to report for duty. See also Agency Structure. \n\n4. PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND MORAL EVALUATION OF REGISTRANTS \nRegistrants with low lottery numbers are ordered to report for a physical, mental, and moral evaluation at a Military Entrance Processing Station to determine whether they are fit for military service. Once he is notified of the results of the evaluation, a registrant will be given 10 days to file a claim for exemption, postponement, or deferment. See also Classifications.\n\n5. LOCAL AND APPEAL BOARDS ACTIVATED AND INDUCTION NOTICES SENT\nLocal and Appeal Boards will process registrant claims. Those who pass the military evaluation will receive induction orders. An inductee will have 10 days to report to a local Military Entrance Processing Station for induction. \n\n6. FIRST DRAFTEES ARE INDUCTED \nAccording to current plans, Selective Service must deliver the first inductees to the military within 193 days from the onset of a crisis.
839506
While I agree with most of what Rangel said, it still wouldn't radically affect the rich. There are ways around the draft (just look at certain politicians currently in office) so that they wouldn't ever see another foreign country if they didn't want to! Reinstating the draft would force some of the brilliant young minds in this country to sign up for the military instead of going to college and focusing on their education. Also, would you reinstate it just for the males in our country or would you include females too?
648360
A Draft....\n\nanother opportunity for a new generation of Bushes to serve in the National Air Guard and then not finish and work on a cammpain while others, shed blood.
1034122
Well, perhaps to re-install it ,,,
752884
If by "support the troops," you mean, "bring them back," yes.\n\nIf there's a draft, I'll be relocating to Canada.  I'll be damned if I'm going to risk my life for some idiotic reason like an invasion of Iran.
90754
yes if its a re-writable one!!
324661
No, the military is by choice right now.  Now, if the draft comes around, (pray it doesn't) if they have anything to do with their kids not going, throw them out of office right then.
791819
Well ... ah ... in a word, "No." The nation is in deep do-do, and we do have serious enemies out there (some of whom we are funding). This draft talk may just be to get people riled up so they show their displeasure to the Bush war, however. We are in a very odd era where power has been used, and misused at the same time.
916769
I think instituting the draft is a terrible idea. You will get undesirables in the military and those who should not be in the service. Bad idea if you ask me. To increase the number of military members, offer greater incentives, such as more money for college, or larger signing bonuses. Rangels idea is to bring back the draft so that our lawmakers think twice before sending their own kids into battle.
1083433
2008 would be a great time for Bush to decide to get in their and clean up his act. I feel like this has taken way too long to be resolved. I understand the Iraqi people need assistance in building their government, but station a few units and let the killing and agony stop and send the other troops home. I was a Jr. in high school when this mess started, my husband was in boot camp at Parris Island. He'll return to Iraq Voluntarily in August. \nWhat about those who want to help Bush to clean up his act here at home? Those who have previously lost out on the experience of military training? Why not reinstate the draft and let all in America who feel compelled do their civic duty. \nIf this continues there will have to be lots of people down on theri knees getting right with God over their anger and bitterness towards the war and what its doing to families and loved ones around the globe.
969308
if you still have the CD you can uninstall it and then reinstall it.