Should every 18 year old citizen be required to provide at least one year of military service?

Yes, but it shouldn't only be limited to prioritizing military combat skills, but also in the field of giving aid (medic), and enhancing skills needed to survive if an unwanted war came through. They also should consider the abilities of each person considering that every person is different in terms of health and capabilities.

No, our armed forces is too woefully understaffed, inadequate, corrupt, and under equipped.

Yes, except for those with pre-existing health conditions like asthma

No, Service should be a choice and Guns are still illegal here so why bother lmao

No, better off acknowledging the 2nd amendment

This would be good for people who have to job instead of everyone because people who have a dream would rather focous on that. Probably mandate them to undecided and people with no jobs?

No. Make it optional and we should focus on academic education.

Yes, but only if the economy is much better than before

Yes, especially the men so the Filipino citizens can be more independent.

Yes, but with payment

No, because of some 18 year old's has no capability such as being quick person, or such be an intelligent in the field, Examples of Health relations, heart diseased people, people with ad-hd

How do you perceive the balance between individual freedom and civic duty when considering a year of compulsory military service?

If given a choice, would you prefer alternative forms of national service, such as in healthcare or community work, over military service?

How might a year of mandatory service affect relationships and family planning for young adults?

Do you feel that the discipline and structure of the military could be an effective tool in shaping responsible adults, or is it too restrictive?

Would the obligation to serve in the military for a year influence your voting decisions or political involvement?

In what ways do you think requiring a year of military service might change your perspective on global conflicts and national security?

How do you think mandatory military service at 18 could affect the sense of national identity and unity among young people?

Can you imagine benefits in personal growth from compulsory military service, or do you believe it would be an unnecessary hardship?

If you had to serve for a year, which skills would you hope to gain from the military that could be beneficial in civilian life?

How would a mandatory year of military service at 18 impact your plans for education or starting a career?

Yes, but only because the country is currently in a complicated geopolitical situation

Yes, they should be required to provide at least 2 years, but only in the reserves, which includes mandatory boot camp and training.

Yes, but also include First Responder as an alternative to military service

Citizens should be required to provide service in some form, but not required military service.

There should be two years of mandatory service or 4 years and immunity to the draft or further conscription.

No, every citizen should be armed and receive training however.

Yes but make combat roles optional

No, Milton Friedman argues that conscription is unfair in a capitalist country..

No, Milton Friedman argued that conscription was unfair in capitalist countries.

No, Milton Friedman argues that conscription is unfair in capitalist countries.

No, Milton Fridman claimed that Conscription is inadequate in capitalist countries

No, Milton claimed that conscription is inadequate in capitalist countries

No, service should be a choice. The people we'd be mandating to serve would do more harm than good.

no unless they are able to drink and or smoke after

Yes, I believe it will benefit society.

Those physically and mentally able should but those who arent shouldnt

No, but enforce anyone aged 18+ and of either sex to conscript in the event of a major war

Yes, 4 years of service in the reserves in exchange for 4 years of college tuition free.

The military does not want criminals, they like people who have education and skills. Few children at age 18 know what direction they want to pursue, public service for a year - be it military or other service would be very beneficial to aiding maturity for youth. Colleges today generally prolong adolescence.

Yes, with the option of national service rather than military service. (E.g. community involvement programs)

everyone that is able should have to have some kind of tie with the military because it is a good way of motivation and experience

Yes, but allow for people to opt out for public service instead

yes, to make them better people

Yes, but with a possible deferment to the Army Corp of Engineers. There they can learn a trade and help rebuild American's crumbling infrastructure.

No offer voluntary self defense classes instead

No, but everyone should be required to do two years of some sort of service work (military, government, nonprofit, etc.)

No, service should be a choice instead of an obligation and abolish selective services

No, not military service, but public service.