Don’t blame Gen Z’s disinterest in military service on 9/11. Here’s why

Over 75 percent of young Americans are ineligible for military service, and even fewer have a desire to join.

As a society, we can’t entirely blame this new generation of young people for their disinterest and hesitancy to serve.

Gen Zers, born between 1997 and 2012, grew up in the shadow of the 9/11 terrorist attacks but hold no memory of that fateful day.

The Navy's controversial use of an active-duty drag queen as a digital ambassador follows the Army’s previous failed attempt to inspire Gen Zers to service with a recruitment ad prominently featuring a same-sex wedding.

The U.S. military needs patriots, not critics; warriors, not activists. From educators to leaders, we’re convincing would-be warriors there is little to be proud of.