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Originally posted by lightchild
I would not wanted to be drafted for any war.
But how would you stop yourself being drafted?
Originally posted by Marek
The only time I would not be completely opposed to the draft is if we were invaded and I had to defend my own country from invaders that threatened my (relatively free) way of life.
I'd certainly consider joining up if I felt the ends (total peace on earth for eternity) justified the means (me possibly being run over by a tank, or getting shot). But I doubt that will happen any time soon.
[edit on 14-1-2009 by Marek]
Originally posted by Hellsing
I've always wanted to join the military, all i've wanted to do since i was a kid, and still now, but i was born in a country and at a time where it wasn't a good idea to join the army anymore.
Originally posted by cropmuncher
OK - Hyperthetical question, if Israel go all out and launch an attack on Lebanon, Syria & Iran but needed your countries military support would you allow yourself to be drafted to fight Israels war?
I for one would not!
Originally posted by mopusvindictus
At this very moment no, but irregardless of recent events IF The nations of the Middle East choose to yet again gang up in force of many nations against Israel for purposes of elimination, Then Yes I Would.
I would say that Israel is a paranoid nation at this point and what we are seeing is a result of that paranoia, but I can not loose focus on the fact that the paranoia is warranted
i.e. a person might get high, but paranoia when you spot the cops while driving is warranted they will arrest you
Likewise the people of Israel have lived in fear of persecution from real acts so long they are indeed behaving like their enemies...
That however given those circumstances shouldn't condemn a people
If the move to eliminate Israel comes we should defend them.
Originally posted by Hellsing
I've always been attracted to the army, adventure, excitement, blowing things up, the normal kinda reasons i guess.
Perhaps i am a product of brainwashing when i was in my teens ?
All i know is that if given the oppertunity I would not hesitate to sign up with the U.S Military