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hlthe2b

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12. Selection bias as a result of the volunteer-only services. As mentioned, this effect seen during

Reply to DetroitLegalBeagle (Reply #11)

Tue Feb 14, 2023, 07:58 AM

Feb 2023

years when EVERY young male was susceptible to being sent. Add to that the politicization of guns and extremist recruiting within the military and yes, it is a very different situation now. I'm not suggesting bringing back the draft, but this was the one after-effect that could be considered a positive.

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Not sure that applies anymore DetroitLegalBeagle Feb 2023 #11

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