Quote Originally Posted by Watchman
I stand corrected, but now I'd like to know the reason why the ratio of recruits from the poorest categories has been dropping so much. Most of the interested ones already sign up or something ?
Can have something to do with that it's war-time numbers, making patrioism a more important factor. And poor people doesn't tend to be as patriotic. It also lowers the potential as a career factor, due to the increased risk involved.

"No doubt in my mind, with your help, Dave Lamberti will be the next United States congressman."—Speaking at a campaign rally for Jeff Lamberti, Des Moines, Iowa, Oct. 26, 2006.
It's obvious that Bush supports DDave for congress!!