Long, slow decline of the US military's all volunteer force puts America in danger

Long, slow decline of the US military's all-volunteer force puts America in danger
Obesity, drug use, health problems, crime and academic issues jeopardize US military recruitment
The U.S. military’s all-volunteer force (AVF) is slowly dying. In the five decades since conscription ended, the AVF produced the high-quality force it promised. In conflict after conflict, the more-experienced, better-motivated, and professional U.S. troops dominated the battlefield.