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Originally Posted by Charles
If we need more cannon fodder, the draft is a great thing.
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I'm not against the draft by any means. I was drafted and, although my 2 year hitch was plenty, I think my time in the service was well spent. I learned a lot about life and about people.
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What we need is more technicians, and private contractors provide them. At least that is what I understand. Along with the truck drivers.
Chas
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Far from the total number of contractors are mercenaries. There are, as you say, technicians and truck drivers. There are also cooks and mess hall staff (read "KP") and lots of other things. Even among the paramilitary contractors like Xe there are clerical and administrative employees.
John