This would help solve two problems at the same time: troop retention and soft immigration policies. How long should they serve if you feel like they should?
2007-01-23 05:26:07 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
There's already quite a few immigrants that serve in the military, and end up obtaining their citizenship that way, so I think it's a good idea. I also think all people at 18 should serve, immigrant or not. And I think everyone should serve at least 4 years.
2007-01-23 05:36:24 · answer #1 · answered by alimagmel 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
"Non-citizens are eligible to enlist in the military but can not be commissioned. A non-citizen that is eligible to join the military must meet certain requirements: (1) Have an Alien Registration Receipt Card (stamped I-94 or I-551 Green card/INS Form 1-551), (2) Have a bona fide residence established, and (3) Have established a record of the U.S. as their home. Some non-citizens from countries with a reputation of hostility towards the U.S. may also require a waiver. The federal government cannot petition on behalf of an illegal immigrant so that they can obtain legal status and be able to enlist in the military. In order for an immigrant to join the United States military, they must first go through the immigration process of the USCIS (previously known as the INS) and then and then begin the enlisting process. Another requirement is that the Green Card and/or visa if the immigrant desiring to join the military must be valid for the entire period of their enlistment." I guess is the government would weed you out if you are a illegal alien and were drafted.
2016-05-24 01:14:38 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since everyone here came here from somewhere else, whether by boat or over the Bering Strait, that draft would apply to everyone. We currently do NOT have a draft, despite the efforts of Democratic Congressmen like Charles Rangel, because the Chiefs of Staff have said NO DRAFT.
The equipment and technologies used in today's military requires alot more education and commitment than it did even 10 years ago. Plus, alot of military technology is classified, which requires security clearances which new immigrants and draftees may have trouble acquiring.
Requiring a draft for one segment of the population is just wrong. It would be just as bad as having a draft for only blacks or Jews or Mexicans. The sad thing is that there are 'immigrants' here who appreciate more fully and understand what it's like to have the freedoms we have in America that some of the American people have become complacent and even jaded about.
2007-01-23 06:11:24 · answer #3 · answered by Mitch 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
sure why not.. like you said it would show that they are willing to serve their country rather than going on marchs because they want drivers license even when they arent legal citizens..
ive thought about this idea too.. maybe if they have to join the military then less and less people will migrate here.. but the thing is like the normal problem with illegal immigrants is you have to find them first.. not all of them apply for citizenship so how exactly would you go about enlisting them
oh and they should serve the same amount of time that any other person that enlists does.. not just a year or two.. that would be way to easy in my opinion.. everyone would join if they could leave after a year
2007-01-23 05:32:08 · answer #4 · answered by t 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO.
Noone should be forced to serve. Military service should be on a strictly volunteer basis. Any person, citizen or otherwise, who is required to serve will most likely do so grudgingly, not an attitude I desire in an individual I'm paying to protect my home and family.
On the other hand, immigrants with a desire to serve should be allowed automatic citizenship after 2 to 4 years of honorable service.
2007-01-23 06:06:43 · answer #5 · answered by yeraluzer 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have to different feelings on this subject. In someways I agree with the first girl on here but in other way's I think they should have to serve. If they really want to come here and make a better life for them self's then they shouldn't have a problem fighting for the country that they want to be a part of. My Great Great Grandfather's were very proud to fight for this country! I think they should have to serve the same amount of time as anyone else that sign's up 4 years for some branches and 2 for others.
2007-01-23 05:34:48 · answer #6 · answered by jenpoesavon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't even have to be an immigrant to serve in our military. Anyone willing (provided they pass a background security check) can serve in our military. They're only allowed to do certain jobs though...usually ones that don't involve a security clearance.
Legal immigrants serve in our military now. It's one of the few shortcuts an immigrant can take on the path to citizenship. I've worked with quite a few of them back when I served. My understanding was that they served for the standard six years (enlisted) contract.
2007-01-23 05:41:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it would be a novel idea. 2 years service in addition to having to pass the tests would at least give the immigrants a better appreciation of the benefits they receive as citizens. Of course, I would be open to a 2 year mandatory service for our citizens as well, since they seem to appreciate their rights less than most immigrants.
2007-01-23 05:54:18 · answer #8 · answered by desiderio 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In the old days, Roman Citizenship was obtained by serving in the military. It is not an absurd proposition.
2007-01-23 05:31:55 · answer #9 · answered by Catch 22 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes, I think it would show their commitment to making the US their home country. BUT it just would not happen, the libs and anti-military folk would be all over it as unfair. Those who did not meet the physical qualifications for military service, could serve in a government (state or federal) temp job, that had a predetermined length of service.
2007-01-23 05:33:16 · answer #10 · answered by John B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋