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Is the draft slavery?

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Many people feel this way; the difference, it would seem, is that drafted soldiers receive pay.

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How old do I have to be to join the Marines?

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You have to be at least 17 (with a parent's consent), or 18 (without a parent's consent) to join the USMC.

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Would it be enough to file a condition claim if I have somewhat severe asthma, so that even doing simple exercises makes it hard to breathe? I would mainly not be able to keep up with the others.

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Yes, if you have a health problem, you wouldn't be drafted. The process of drafting someone involves a health check, asthma would stop you from going to war.

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What if you have a mental disability (such as autism)? Do you still have to register with Selective Service?

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Yes. Nonetheless, under United States military law, individuals with a documented history of mental illness are exempt from the draft.

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What if you have a mental disability like autism?

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Under United States military law, individuals with mental disabilities are automatically exempt from being drafted.

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