Class Warfare and the Military Draft

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By Tim Hollis

Instead of instituting a draft for the upcoming plunge into World War III, why don't we make military service compulsory for those who most enjoy the spOILs of war? Starting from the super rich and working downward, even to the lower reaches of those who are merely millionaires, why not expend first the cannon fodder with the highest stake in the game?

This policy could reverse the national tradition of diligently maintaining the conditions for poverty and then sacrificing the poor on an exclusive basis. Let's share the privilege of being heroic warriors in defense of a defense system in defense of itself with the offspring of those profiting (profiteering) most from its defense. Let's sacrifice them over there so we don't have to sacrifice them over here, if you're getting my drift. Aside from the logic of the rich protecting their own filthy lucre, it would also serve to thin out that part of the gene pool which most downgrades our culture. What do we have to lose?

After these morons have bungled their way to an ignominious and inevitable defeat it would be a simple matter to raise the age limit for their enlistment privileges and rid ourselves of brutish moguls. I know we're speaking of horrendous atrocities and global carnage but can't we, for once, look on the bright side? If we adjust our recruiting strategies, I think we can.

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JamesRay profile image

JamesRay  says:
5 months ago

I think this is a great idea.

William F. Torpey profile image

William F. Torpey  says:
5 months ago

Fantastic! Let's put it to a vote. If only we could put Bush and Cheney on the front lines -- then you'd see how fast the war-mongering would come to an end.

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