Should Women Be Allowed to Serve in Combat?
The Department of Defense has lifted the ban on women in the military serving in combat roles. This will open up about 230,000 military posts to women.
For the first time in American history, women in the military will be able to serve in combat. Outgoing Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta lifted the ban on female service members in combat, which allows them to officially serve on the front lines. Congress has 30 days to weigh in on the decision, reported the Huffington Post. Military services have until May 15 to present implementation plans to the Panetta and until January 2016 to seek exemptions. Panetta made the decision based on the recommendation of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, reported the Washington Post. Lifting the ban will open about 230,000 posts, including those on the front lines, reported USA Today. Women have already been serving in combat for more than a decade but have …
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10:12 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
Women in combat. Excellent idea! More cannon fodder to be had. I loved it when the draft ended just before my time. Didn't realize the wolf was at the door like 1941 Leningrad when all hands including women and kids were at it, but if you want to volunteer to get shot or maimed, go for it! Up next, let's take enlistment down to 16 year olds. Yes! More fools to be had! more ›