White Recruits Plummet as Military Faces Unprecedented Enlistment Crisis
Shared By Peter Boykin – American Political Commentator / Citizen Journalist / Political Candidate
Decline in white recruits drives military’s enlistment crisis
White Recruits Plummet as Military Faces Unprecedented Enlistment Crisis
In a concerning development for the U.S. military, a staggering 35% decline in white recruits over the last five years stands as a pivotal factor driving the broader recruitment crisis gripping our armed services today.
Unveiling the Numbers: Data obtained by The Daily Caller exposes the stark reality of white recruitment dwindling from 2018 to 2023:
📉 Army witnessed a 44% drop, plummeting from 44,042 to 25,070 recruits
📉 Air Force experienced a 31% decline, falling from 21,593 to 15,068 recruits
📉 Navy saw a 25% decrease, from 24,343 to 18,205 recruits
📉 Marine Corps faced a 34% decline, shrinking from 21,455 to 14,287 recruits
Did Minorities Fill the Void? While there was a slight uptick in minority recruitment, it falls significantly short of compensating for the substantial loss of white recruits.
Unraveling the Causes: Experts attribute the decline to various factors, including a growing distrust in government institutions, the allure of more attractive civilian opportunities, and the infiltration of left-wing ideologies into the armed forces. The emphasis on “diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)” over military readiness exacerbates the issue.
Adding Fuel to the Fire: Amidst this crisis, the Biden regime has permitted kinetic conflicts to unfold in Ukraine and the Middle East (Gaza, Yemen, Syria, Iraq), directly involving U.S. servicemembers. The potential for conflict with China over Taiwan further complicates the military landscape.
Lowering Standards in Desperation: In the past year, the military has repeatedly lowered recruitment standards in a bid to address the crisis. Most notably, the Navy eliminated the high school diploma or GED requirement, a move indicative of the severity of the situation.
The last word goes to Tucker Carlson, who recently spoke to actor turned podcaster Russel Brand and summed up the sentiment that I believe a lot of American parents have. He said:
“I’ve got four draft-aged children. So if you’re playing recklessly, fast and loose with their lives, then I have a right to despise you. And I do.”
[Source: The Daily Caller]
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