The former Saturday Night Live! star Rob Schneider, who has long been known as one of the only openly conservative stars in Hollywood, is speaking out this week to push for the return of the military draft.
Schneider Sounds Off
Schneider, 62, took to social media over the weekend to share a legendary quote from the late former President John F. Kennedy.
“‘Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.’ – John F. Kennedy,” Schneider wrote X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
“We must once again recommit ourselves to one Nation under God, indivisible,” he continued. “Therefore, we must restore the military draft for our nation’s young people.”
“Each and every American, at eighteen years of age, must serve two years of military service,” Schneider added. “They could also choose to serve part of that time overseas or in country in a volunteer capacity. Being a citizen of the United States gives us unparalleled Freedoms and opportunities that are the envy of the world. However, these Freedoms that we cherish do not come without a cost. By protecting and preserving these Freedoms, young people, regardless of race, creed or religion will be united in service to their country and just as importantly, to each other.”
Schneider Doubles Down
Not stopping there, Schneider proceeded to double down.
“Many Nations around the world require their young citizens to serve their country,” Schneider argued. “Until recently, our Nation did as well. This would serve many purposes in our society; We would have all of our young men and women put into a rigorous physical training course that they could use for the rest of their lives, we would always have a standing army ready at all times including for domestic problems like natural disasters.”
“Unlike in today’s Universities, our young people will learn how truly great their country is and how unique and incredible are the Freedoms that this Nation bestows upon them,” he stated. “Service is a solemn reminder of the men and women before them who ‘paid the last full measure of devotion’ so that we may enjoy these Freedoms.”
“Also, very importantly, we would have in service every segment of our society represented so that our elected officials would be more hesitant and not cavalier about sending their own sons and daughters off to a faraway war unless it was truly in our Nation’s interests,” Schneider concluded. “This discussion and implementation must begin. To the young people of America, this is your country and your future. We will leave this great and Free Nation in your good hands for your children and for your children’s children. God Bless the United States of America!”
History Of The Military Draft
The last military draft directed by the United States came in 1972 during the Vietnam War. The active draft then ended six months later.
American male citizens between the ages of 18 and 25 are still required to register with the Selective Service System.
It should be noted that despite his comments, Schneider has never served in the military himself. Even so, many will certainly agree with his comments. Only time will tell if the military draft ever returns in this country!