Quote Originally Posted by Ratzel View Post
The Army pretty much sends people where it needs them. During reenlistment, there is some choice in where the soldier wants to go, but this choice is limited. After ten years in service, it becomes totally for the needs of the Army which means there's no choice(Unless you know someone who works at branch assignments).

As far as the free-market analogy, I'm not sure I understand what you mean? The current system gives Officers and Senior NCO's no choice anyway. Most people who make the Army a career are required to do some instructor time (Drill Sgt, OC) and this wouldn't effect that either. Anyone who wishes to try out SF can do that too.
Good points all, but......

In the case of certain career specialties, a Soldier could end up stovepiped (i.e. heavy vice light or XM777 vice Paladin). Well-rounded leaders are desperately needed who are adaptive and resourceful. A few "specialists" are always a good thing, but not the status quo.

As for reenlistment options, this next year will reveal just how few left there really are....