[MarkDel]

This is a truly pathetic attempt by Democrats to turn "fence riders" into members of the anti-war block. While Rumsfeld's words may seem harsh, they were essentially correct if you study the history of the Vietnam War. If you took a survey of current members of our Armed Forces, they would definitely tell you that the all-volunteer force is VASTLY superior and we should not disrupt 30 years of military strength by going back to the draft. The draft was appropriate in World War II when mass numbers of troops were necessary, but then again, in those days, you didn't need a draft all that often as most young men from that generation were more than willing to serve their country on a voluntary basis.

[RANGERAIRBORNE]

"most young men from that generation were more than willing to serve their country on a voluntary basis."

Another myth, I'm afraid. Draft-dodging was a fine art during WW II. Read any of Paul Fussell's excellent books (especially "DOING BATTLE")