The latest Pentagon study showed that 77% of young Americans are not ready to serve in the military for various reasons. The most common issues preventing them from serving in the military are overweight, mental illness, and drugs.
These results recall the current values of American youth and are of great concern to the Pentagon. The organization notes that the limited pool of qualified candidates means that the army cannot fully fulfill its obligations and tasks on the international stage.
Additionally, Army officials note that there is a certain percentage of potential applicants who do not qualify due to educational issues, physical disabilities, or criminal history.
It should be noted that the Pentagon is already taking steps to improve the situation. Some of these measures include stricter fitness requirements and better psychological support for potential applicants. However, the task is not easy and it is unclear how quickly the current situation may change.
2023-04-23 09:18:16
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