Putting a draft board together "just in case"?

What the hell?

hudson valley - The state headquarters of the Selective Service System is searching for men and women to serve on draft boards, including one in Rockland.

If a military draft would ever become necessary, about 2,000 local and appeal boards nationwide would decide which young men in their communities would receive deferments, postponements or exemptions from military service, based on federal guidelines.

Prospective board members must be citizens and at least 18 years old. Males must be registered with the Selective Service. Members cannot be employees of any law-enforcement agency, an active or retired member of the armed forces or have been convicted of a criminal offense.

Each new member would receive 12 hours of initial training, followed by four hours of annual training, for as long as he or she remained in the position.

Those who wish to be considered should call 339-8302 or 847-688-7996. Residents may also request an application online at www.sss.gov or write to Selective Service System, 105th AW/EMB 1 Militia Way, Building 210, Newburgh, NY 12550.