My Aunt sent me this article
Note: I really doubt there is going to be a draft but it's better to be safe then sorry and dying for oil.
Take steps now to refuse war duty
I am writing to share basic info on how to compile a claim as a conscientious objector. This is taken from the web site of the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors, www.objector.org.
1) If you register with the Selective Service, write that you are a CO on the card before sending it in. Photocopy the card and send it to yourself and leave it sealed.
2) Write a statement of beliefs that explain why, how, when, where, etc. that you became a CO. List anything that could have influenced your beliefs against war and killing, such as religion, films, books, events you attended, etc.
3) Find three people who know you very well who can write a letter on your behalf supporting your beliefs as a CO.
4) Write a letter to CCCO (405 14th Street #205, Oakland CA 94612 or 1515 Cherry St., Philadelphia PA 19102) explaining that you are a CO, keep a copy for yourself, with the receipt of it being mailed. CCCO will send you a letter confirming receipt. Keep that as part of your CO file.
5) Compile all of these documents and get them notarized.
6) Put them in a safe place. If you get drafted, you can present this claim to your local draft board, and your chances of getting a CO exemption will be much stronger.
I urge teenagers, twentysomethings, parents of these groups and of younger children, and prospective parents to clip and save this info.
Take steps now to refuse war duty
I am writing to share basic info on how to compile a claim as a conscientious objector. This is taken from the web site of the Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors, www.objector.org.
1) If you register with the Selective Service, write that you are a CO on the card before sending it in. Photocopy the card and send it to yourself and leave it sealed.
2) Write a statement of beliefs that explain why, how, when, where, etc. that you became a CO. List anything that could have influenced your beliefs against war and killing, such as religion, films, books, events you attended, etc.
3) Find three people who know you very well who can write a letter on your behalf supporting your beliefs as a CO.
4) Write a letter to CCCO (405 14th Street #205, Oakland CA 94612 or 1515 Cherry St., Philadelphia PA 19102) explaining that you are a CO, keep a copy for yourself, with the receipt of it being mailed. CCCO will send you a letter confirming receipt. Keep that as part of your CO file.
5) Compile all of these documents and get them notarized.
6) Put them in a safe place. If you get drafted, you can present this claim to your local draft board, and your chances of getting a CO exemption will be much stronger.
I urge teenagers, twentysomethings, parents of these groups and of younger children, and prospective parents to clip and save this info.