"To care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan"
This is a quote from Abraham Lincoln. I never served in the military. My draft number was high enough that I did not serve in Viet Nam. I'm thankful for that and I am thankful for all those that have served this country's military.
Not everyone can or should serve in the military. However, I think there is a place for some sort of universal service.
Working in health care, the environment, or a local community organization can benefit both the public and the worker. This would also be a way to take advantage of younger workers that might not be able to find a job and give them some badly needed work experience to make them more competitive in the dysfunctional labor market we are experiencing now. Working off student loans is a win win situation for college students and parts of the public sector that may need some help.
Veterans of the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have served this country well and we need to remember their service and find ways to help them find their way back to good jobs so they can support their families.
Proper health care and rehabilitation from wounds suffered during wars should also be a priority.
As we approach Memorial Day this year let us not forget those who served this country and protected our freedoms.
Not everyone can or should serve in the military. However, I think there is a place for some sort of universal service.
Working in health care, the environment, or a local community organization can benefit both the public and the worker. This would also be a way to take advantage of younger workers that might not be able to find a job and give them some badly needed work experience to make them more competitive in the dysfunctional labor market we are experiencing now. Working off student loans is a win win situation for college students and parts of the public sector that may need some help.
Veterans of the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have served this country well and we need to remember their service and find ways to help them find their way back to good jobs so they can support their families.
Proper health care and rehabilitation from wounds suffered during wars should also be a priority.
As we approach Memorial Day this year let us not forget those who served this country and protected our freedoms.
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