Question for Men (Thinking) Extending the National Guard/Reserves to the “Local

Question for Men (Thinking)

Extending the National Guard/Reserves to the “Local Regiment” bridging the gap between Police/Fire/Ambulance and National Guard. Basically creating a militia/emergency services group.

1) regiments were self-forming corporations ( meaning you choose your own members with voluntary association and disassociation). Your own uniforms and that nonsense. You must have twenty five members, and pass your physicals, and

2) gym, sport, ‘fitness expeditions’, were managed and supplied to keep you fit, plus fire, maneuver, and first aid.

3) two weekends a month to keep you fit. two fitness tests a year which you must pass.

4) you are ‘on call’ for civic emergencies (all of them).

5) you cannot be called upon for foreign service.

6) you could get $1,000 per month, 10% tax reduction,

7) barracks (room and board) if you so desire it for half pay.

8) Veteran status after 180 days of active service (in emergencies).

9) after service, beginning at 55, half-pay, barracks (room and board).

10) membership and benefits never end.

In other words, what about paying men ‘of character’ to get fit and stay fit?