https://hotair.com/headlines/archives/2013/02/22/we-dont-need-a-military-draft/feed/HotAir is the leading conservative blog for breaking news and commentary covering the Biden administration, politics, media, culture, and current elections.en-usTue, 09 Jun 2026 09:08:40 -0400<![CDATA[Unfortunately, the majority of those who would be eligible for the draft today do not meet the standards for military service, for physical fitness and other reasons. People are the military’s most important asset. But if the objective is to maintain at reasonable costs an effective military force, the draft fails this test. If the objective is to require all young people to serve their country, there are numerous possible alternatives beyond making the military the only outlet.]]>Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:20:02 -0500<![CDATA[Erika Johnsen]]>https://hotair.com/headlines/2013/02/22/we-dont-need-a-military-draft-n281038