Several weeks ago, I heard Jim Lehrer of the “NewsHour” speak. He talked about his career as a journalist and also his time as a proud Marine. He seemed especially nostalgic about serving our country. He spoke of the rich diversity found in the military and of the value of teamwork.
Then Lehrer made an interesting proposal: mandatory public service after high school.
….for college-bound students, could mandatory public service calm the frenzy of college admissions?