Causing Quote by Robert Shapiro
“The Vietnam War was causing people to get drafted; I had received a deferment to finish my undergraduate education, and in order to continue to get a deferment, you had to go to graduate school.”
About This Quote
Draft avoidance led to seeking deferment; the solution was to enroll in graduate school to maintain it.
In simple terms: Avoiding draft by staying in school; graduate study provided a deferment.
Key Takeaway
Use education strategically to navigate conscription pressures.
Themes
military draft
education
strategy
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
historical
advice
When to use this quote
- college enrollment
- graduate applications
- career planning
- legal counsel
Key Concepts
conscription policies
higher education pathways
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist if deferments end?
- How does higher education impact long‑term career goals?
A Different Perspective
Educational deferments may be limited or phased out; not a permanent solution.
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