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Low U.S. Army Recruitment Leads to Soldier Shortage

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The army's low recruitment of youth has caused a soldier shortage. Bill Kubota reports.

Obesity rates, educational outcomes, and shortages across the national labor market are factors in the military's latest recruitment shortage. U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville talks about the impact of low military recruitment numbers, as well as the military's investments to attract more youth to serve. Plus, community stakeholders weigh in on the conversation.

10/07/2022

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