By contrast, while we can make credible arguments for how essential national security is, that doesn't mean every man is cut out for military service -- physically, emotionally, or psychologically.

Those who aren't, are excused. (I would excuse gays for reasons of unit cohesion.)

I don't care whether childless women are in a "privileged" class. No system is perfect, the best is the enemy of the good, and having a weight on your side of the scale doesn't mean it actually tips that way.

Any silly inferences you draw from my not rehearsing the very indicia of masculinity that you piss on in your article are your business.