[news] US starting up the draft?

[Pat S]

http://www.defendamerica.mil/articles/sss092203.html

The Selective Service System wants to hear from men and women in the 
community who might be willing to serve as members of a local draft board.

Prospective Board Members must be citizens of the United States , at least 
18 years old, and registered with the Selective Service (if male). 
Prospective Board Members may not be an employee of any law enforcement 
occupation, not be an active or retired member of the Armed Forces, and not 
have been convicted of any criminal offense.

Once identified as qualified candidates for appointment, prospective Board 
Members are recommended by the Governor and appointed by the Director of 
Selective Service, who acts on behalf of the President in making 
appointments. Each new member receives 12 hours of initial training after 
appointment, followed by 4 hours of annual training for as long as he or she 
remains in the position. They may serve as Board Members for up to 20 years, 
if desired.

Local Board Members are uncompensated volunteers who play an important 
community role closely connected with our Nation's defense. If a military 
draft becomes necessary, approximately 2,000 Local and Appeal Boards 
throughout America would decide which young men, who submit a claim, receive 
deferments, postponements or exemptions from military service, based on 
Federal guidelines.

Positions are available in many communities across the Nation. If you 
believe you meet the standards for Selective Service Board Membership, and 
wish to be considered for appointment please visit our web site at: 
http://www.sss.gov/fslocal.htm

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