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    Is the draft slavery?
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    Many people feel this way; the difference, it would seem, is that drafted soldiers receive pay.
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    How old do I have to be to join the Marines?
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    You have to be at least 17 (with a parent's consent), or 18 (without a parent's consent) to join the USMC.
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    Would it be enough to file a condition claim if I have somewhat severe asthma, so that even doing simple exercises makes it hard to breathe? I would mainly not be able to keep up with the others.
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    Yes, if you have a health problem, you wouldn't be drafted. The process of drafting someone involves a health check, asthma would stop you from going to war.
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    What if you have a mental disability like autism?
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    Under United States military law, individuals with mental disabilities are automatically exempt from being drafted.
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    Does a condition like dyspraxia qualify for an exemption?
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    Yes, dyspraxia can affect physical ability, potentially qualifying you for an exemption from the draft.
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