Quote by Robert M. Gates

I have always that there ought to be some kind of mandatory national service, not necessarily in the military but to show everybody that freedom isn't free, that everybody has an obligation to the nation as a community.

I have always that there ought to be some kind of mandatory

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This quote suggests that there should be a mandatory national service program, not necessarily involving military service, to emphasize the idea that freedom comes with obligation. The idea is to demonstrate that every individual has a responsibility towards their nation as part of a larger community. This would serve as a reminder that citizens should actively contribute to the betterment of their country, promoting a sense of unity and shared responsibility.

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