Citizens should not be required to serve one year because we all have rights and our country is a free country, Citizens shouldn't have to do something they don't want.

I agree that all should serve so they have the training and our country will not be filled with unmotivated lazy humans.

The notion that military service enhances masculinity in men and femininity in women perpetuates certain gender stereotypes. Every individual, regardless of their gender, possesses a unique blend of traits that don't necessarily align with traditional gender norms.

Instead of mandating military service, what if we offered more opportunities for all citizens to engage in diverse community services, allowing them to develop these critical skills, while also contributing to society?

I'd like to challenge the notion that military service is the primary route to masculinity or femininity. Could it be possible that there are alternative ways to instill discipline, strength, and communication skills in our youth without mandatory military service? For instance, what about promoting civic engagement or volunteer work?

At 18 the men and women of our country should have the option to go to college, join the workforce, or join the military. By forcing them to complete one year of military service you are eliminating choice for them and behaving like a dictatorship.

We will only move backwards if we adhere to this way of thinking. Enlistment isn't the only way to display patriotism, and we shouldn't be using it to enforce sexist norms.