Should The President Be Required To Serve In The Military

1. The nation is at war, and your number in the recently reinstated military draft has just come up. The problem is that, after serious reflection, you have concluded that the war is unjust. What advice might Socrates give you? Would you agree? What might you decide to do? Read the Introduction, Chapter 2 Crito and the Conclusion Chapter 40 Phaedo by Plato.

Many people are concerned about the U.S. military because of how many risks come with joining it. However, the U.S. military also explains the benefits that one could receive. Joining the military is a decision that should not be taken lightly. One must understand all aspects of the military. In order for a voter to be fully informed about joining the US military, one must consider both the risks, like mental illnesses and commitment and benefits, like education, and experience.

While Thomas Jefferson was president, he made the decision to cut down the nation's military to pay off the national debt. With this decision came many pros and cons. For example, pros of cutting the military were, less spending, no national debt,, and a smaller government. The cons of this action were, less security, can’t defend all boarders, easier for other countries to take over, people lost their jobs, and there is no one to fight in the wars.

When the draft was first introduced, the government envisioned it as a way to instill a sense of civic pride in society. However, the citizens of the United States saw it as an intrusion on their rights. Widespread public opposition concerning the military draft was seen throughout the nation ranging from draftees refusing to report for duty, to the many large well-known protests. James Robbins states, “a conscripted military would not be more just; it would simply universalize injustice by removing individual choice from the equation”(qtd. in Military Draft 6). The injustice of removing an individual’s choice is unconstitutional and is intrusive to person’s rights. This

The United States of America has always been a country based on the protection of its citizens’ freedom. Due to this long-held principle, which comprises the country’s core values, the concept of universal national service (more commonly known as the draft) is quite controversial. Advocates for the draft argue that the drafting of eligible Americans is necessary to preserve a strong military that is capable of protecting the U.S. from possible attacks, as well as instilling a sense of national pride in its youth. While the draft could potentially strengthen the military in theory, the draft could also be quite counterintuitive in reality. Furthermore, the U.S. Draft, in some ways, could be infringing on citizens’ human rights

Have you ever wondered how difficult it is to be a president? Well it is not as simple as it may seem, being a president means constantly being watched, judged and put into a lot of pressure to take on the responsibility for the country. In this paper I will discuss about the president, a widowed leader of the free world, father, and card carrying member of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Andrew Shepherd, who is a competent communicator because of self monitoring, empathy and cognitive complex.

Arguably the most powerful position in the world, the President holds unprecedented international influence, and in such a connected and constantly evolving world, subtle missteps carry great weight. With elections looming over the horizon for most in the Oval Office, the public’s perception of the Commander-in-Chief is critical. The presidents of the future should understand what power they possess and how to wield it. And albeit an oversimplification of a complex position, three rules ought to rule them all; protect businesses when they’re supplying jobs, war should be a last resort, but maintain a robust military, and never cease to let the needs of the many outweigh the deep

One of the president’s most important roles is commander in chief. In this role, the president has control over the armed forces of the United States. Furthermore, he directs the military to ensure protection of the nation. As commander in chief, it is the president’s responsibility to make sure troops are trained and deployed. The president also has to meet

The United States has used ẗhe draft in four military conflicts since the countryś beginning. The rest of the time, the country has relied upon volunteers. Many countries require citizens to serve two years of military service, but should the United States do this? There are a lot conflicts that will come in play if they put the mandatory service on us, whether we vote for it, or congress makes this law. The only time the United States will pick you if you get drafted. Drafted means that they pick your name when they don't have enough people for war and the United states has used that for older wars but not the newer ones because they have enough people why then do we need mandatory service or what will the benefits for this. My

The price of freedom should be borne by all, rich or poor. I learned this first hand as a United States Army Recruiter and a volunteer soldier who fought in two wars representing my country. As a military recruiter from 1971 to 1991, I was tasked with soliciting men and women who were high school graduates to enlist into the United States Army. Often times I would call a home to speak to a graduate about joining the army, and a mother would answer; I would tell her the purpose of my call, and often times her answer would be “not my son”! I would often replay, “well mam, if not your son, then whose son”! I very seldom got an answer but I often wondered if I could read her mind, would she be thinking about whether I should be contacting

One very important trait for the president is bravery. A brave president will be willing to fight for our country when we are under attack from an enemy. If a country declares war on the US then our president should be intelligent, brave, and have the right mind set on how to defeat the enemy. A president will have countless times of disapproval from residents of our country; however, he/she must be brave enough to stand tall about their idea that they feel is best for us and our future.

(9) By participating in the voting process, Americans are honoring the military because voting is something that the military fights for every day. (10) Also, Many military members have given their lives to protect the freedom to vote government officials, such as our president and vice president. (11) The presidential candidate is also the Commander-in-Chief of the United States Armed Forces. As Commander-in-Chief, he or she will make decisions that affect the everyone in the Armed

As the 36th president of the United States, Lyndon Baines Johnson, stated, “A president’s hardest task is not to do what is right, but [it is] to know what is right”. America has gone through times of war, slavery, terrorism, and other issues that have defined the country it is today. Although these obstacles may not be completely overcome, it is time to focus on the future. In order to ensure that America will prosper, it is our duty as American citizens to provide protection, a stable and cohesive government, and be unified as a country.

Armstrong Williams believes that military service should be mandatory in the United States. His reasons are that it would benefit the military, the country, and the conscript. While Williams provides some interesting arguments, I disagree with his position on mandatory military service and believe there are negative aspects to each benefit he describes. Military service should not be mandatory because of the negative consequences to our country, citizens, and military.

National service typically means compulsory military service during peace times. Otherwise known as conscription, but the term can also include service in the education and health sectors. National service is a contentious issue with the rise in terrorist attacks and resultant increased fear of different groups of people. This essay will argue that no form of national service should be compulsory. Following from this introduction, Part II will focus on the societal benefits of compulsory military service. Part III will then examine the negative impacts. Part IV examines the balance between the benefits and detriments of conscription. Finally, Part V will discuss national service in the context of public service. I will examine whether adoption of the expansive meaning of national service alters the balance between the benefits and detriments.