Democratic candidates back Selective Service for women
CHARLESTON, S.C. (BP)--The leading Democratic presidential candidates said July 23 they believe young women should register for Selective Service, the national registry used for drafts in times of war.
Currently, only young men are required to register upon turning 18, and not doing so disqualifies them for federal student aid and most federal employment, and could also result in a fine and/or imprisonment for up to five years. Selective Service was reinstated in 1980 and its male-only requirement was upheld the next year by the U.S. Supreme Court as constitutional in a 6-3 vote.
The candidates gathered in Charleston, S.C., for a unique CNN/YouTube debate that showcased prerecorded, submitted questions from voters. One of those dealt with whether women should register....