first of all im in the service, i would like to share my experince!
when i got to boot camp i was 20 and this was my last choice of a carrer but coming from a small town i have no work oppertunities so therfor i joined. i was 20 and i was immature and loved to party and have TOO much fun at home. boot camp was easy but it tought me more about what life is and mostly i became mature withing a few months after. i am very proud to serve and i love the fact that i no longer depend on anyone and i have make an excelent carrer choice. even if i dont stay in there is so much benifits from being in the military that i would have no problem finding a job on the outside.
the FULL GI BILL is avalible for you after 2 years of service im proud to say i am using this and making my way to a BA. this is one of the best things i have done with my life and i would never say anything bad about our military.
Next, every other country in the world makes it manditory for any male of age to serve in thier armed forces for atleast 4 years so be happy this is just during a war time thing.
i hope it gets passed because i think our country needs this and it will help our youth realise the importance of our armed forces!
mine you i am only 22 years old but i have seen things i never thought i would see and yet i come home everynight to my loving wife. i get thanks almost everyday from people when i go out in my uniform and theres something about that, that just makes you feel good knowing people respect what you do to help our country.
if any of you younger people or just anyone intrested in joining and want more info and what it really is feel free to msg me anytime
thank you,