13 May 2014

Belt-tightening forces Army to get picky in recruiting | RallyPoint.com

Military News - Belt-tightening forces Army to get picky in recruiting

Image Copyright: Carl N. Hudson/U.S. Army

By Rick Montgomery
Copyright: The Kansas City Star

Army Sgt. 1st Class Terrence Hoard must reach potential recruits early to set them straight.

They think anybody can enlist. Many see the military as a last resort in a tough job market — but always an option, the youth assume.

Truth is, the class of 2014 now leaving high school will face more difficulty qualifying for the armed services than ever in the 40-year history of the all-volunteer force.

So Hoard tells them long before graduation day: Don’t ever get caught with a joint. Work out, shed weight. And be extra careful about getting tattooed.

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