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Article: Reinstatement of a military draft several steps away.(Commentary)
- Article from:
- The Register Guard (Eugene, OR)
- Article date:
- June 25, 2004
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Byline: GUEST VIEWPOINT By Carol Van Houten For The Register-Guard
Across Oregon, thousands of families that include males ages 18 to 21 are concerned about the possible return of a military draft. In recent months, letters to the the editor, Web sites, e-mails and articles warn that a draft is coming.
Oregonians are acutely aware of the call-up of reservists and National Guard members to meet the growing need for additional military personnel in Iraq and Afghanistan - and of concerns about their retention long after terms of service have expired. Recent deaths have brought the war home to many Oregonians. It is not surprising that many are wondering ...