10/12/2025
THE SOMBER 23% STATISTIC
Out of every 100 people between 17 and 24, only 23 meet the basic physical, educational, and moral standards to enroll in military action, with no need for a single waiver.
Here’s what’s holding the rest back:
⚕️ Medical issues — ADHD, asthma, and even common vision problems like astigmatism.
🍔 Obesity — one of the biggest disqualifying factors among young adults.
📚 Education gaps — not everyone meets the required academic standards.
🚫 Criminal or drug records — many applicants require moral waivers because of past behavior.
This 23% figure isn’t just a military statistic — it’s a mirror of the nation’s overall health, education, and social wellbeing.
If fewer than one in four young adults are fit to serve, what does that mean for the American workforce and our long-term future?
What do you think this says about where we’re headed as a country?
And what does it say about our nutritional profile?
