Some of us were having a discussion...
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Originally Posted by Ustwo
Must service be REQUIRED of all? Would not most people serve without due cause? I'd much before a Robert Heinlein method where you have no obligation to serve but you can't vote unless you do.
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I think it would make America a better place if everyone had to give back one or two years. Instead of being selfish consumers who try and make the most money and only do what is in their best interest, it might make people understand that they are part of the bigger society. And right now, I doubt that 10% of 18-42 year old perform civil service equal to two years (and the large percentage of those are in the military).
I wouldn't suggest taking away a person's right to vote. Just make them pay 90-100% in taxes when they are 41 and 42 if they haven't served yet.