Editorial note: I merely selected photos representative of combat in Vietnam. This in no way suggests that any of the individuals depicted were involved in fragging or any other illicit activity.

The U.S. government eventually concluded that a conscript force was no longer functional. Unable to control many of the soldiers on the ground, the government decided to end the draft on Jan. 27, 1973. Many felt that an all-volunteer force was necessary to prevent mutiny and internal violence. /end

The fear of fragging made officers reluctant to launch offensive operations, and many turned a blind eye to drug use and other issues. Enlisted men often negotiated with leaders or flatly refused to undertake dangerous missions. Ultimately, it signaled a total breakdown of discipline and morale. /8

Poor discipline was also a factor. Some fragging incidents were perpetrated by “McNamara’s Misfits,” men with mental or physical limitations who were drafted to meet troop requirements. These men felt mistreated and suffered from higher rates of drug use and mental health issues. /7

The attacks were largely driven by soldiers’ desires to avoid dangerous patrols ordered by “gung-ho” or incompetent leaders, as well as resentment over racial discrimination, anti-drug policies and an unpopular war. Some officers and NCOs became more fearful of their own men than the enemy. /6

Fragging was surprisingly common, with more than 900 incidents documented between 1969 and 1972. The actual number is believed to be much higher. It happened most frequently in support units rather than combat units, and few perpetrators were caught due to a wall of silence among soldiers. /5

However, the rise of “fragging” was a significant factor in the government’s decision to end the draft in 1973. Fragging was the murder or attempted murder of officers and NCOs by their own troops. The term referred to the use of grenades, but it sometimes involved other explosives or firearms. /4

The Vietnam War draft was also unpopular due to its inequity, allowing affluent, college-educated men to secure deferments or claim medical issues. Poorer, less-educated men were more likely to be drafted and serve in high-risk roles, even after the lottery system was introduced in 1969. /3

Most Americans know that the draft was very unpopular during the Vietnam War. Vietnam was viewed as an immoral war, and the draft forced unwilling civilians into a conflict with extremely high casualty rates. It fueled anti-war sentiment, widespread resistance and a “draft dodger” culture. /2

#ResistanceRoots The whispers about the possible return of the draft are getting louder as Trump’s idiotic and illegal war in Iran drags on. By learning a little history, we can better understand why a draft is a bad idea, particularly for an unpopular conflict waged by an unpopular “president.” /1

#ResistanceEarth Climate change has cost the U.S. $16.2 trillion since 1990, according to a new study. At the same time, we're responsible for $10.2 trillion in global harm. These are estimates of the damages that have already occurred, not what's yet to come. www.sciencefocus.com/news/us-coun...

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Today, International Children's Book Day — a coalition of advocates gathered in Dilley, Texas, outside the South Texas Family Residential Center, where children & families are being held indefinitely. Reading aloud & demanding an end to ICE’s child detention policy. #USDemocracy #Voices4Victory

Once Republicans are done using our troops for political gain they don’t care

U.S. ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, wants $58,000 to build a basketball court at Jefferson House, the ambassador's residence. She also wants up to $29,000 in taxpayer money for a personal photographer. A reminder that she called the Greek people "freeloaders" back in 2015.

Meryl Streep: The SAVE America Act will make it harder for women who have changed their names to vote She’s right. Text SAVE to 63033 to tell your senators to vote no on the SAVE America Act.

After the 2024 election, support for trans rights was widely viewed as a political liability for Democrats. But across the country, Democrats who are standing firm against anti-trans legislation haven’t seen the backlash many expected — and may even be strengthening their standing with voters.

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There are just 10 weeks left. Millions of fans want to enjoy this tournament. But having one eye on the match and one eye on whether ICE is coming is no way to celebrate. It’s time to act now and save the World Cup from being a stage for repression. Stop the fear. Bring back the joy.

In Mexico, there have already been World Cup protests – and women seeking justice for disappeared loved ones will march to the Estadio Azteca for the opening match. There are fears that the massive mobilization of 100,000 security personnel – incl 20,000 military – will prevent peaceful protests.

The risks are not just in the US. In Vancouver, civil society groups fear that people experiencing homelessness will be displaced, harassed and cut off from services in efforts to ‘beautify’ the city for the tournament. In Toronto, a homeless shelter has closed to make room for FIFA’s local HQ.

The Trump Administration has also ramped up hate and discrimination towards LGBTQI+ people to the extent that fans’ groups in UK and Europe have said they do not feel safe to have a visible presence at the tournament. See England's fan group statement here: www.instagram.com/p/DTiY95YiP5...

World Cup cities are in thick of this repression. Local law enforcement in Miami, Dallas and Houston have all signed agreements to cooperate with ICE to assist with detention and deportations. The California National Guard was federalised in the face of anti-ICE protests in LA last year.

FIFA promises a World Cup that where everyone feels “safe, included and free to exercise their rights”. But the sharp deterioration in the last 15 months means that the USA is facing a “human rights emergency” with mass deportations, deaths in detention and crackdowns on peaceful protest.

Over 500,000 people were deported from the USA in 2025 – six times more than will watch the World Cup final at the MetLife stadium in July. Our new report today outlines the real risks to fans and communities that FIFA and host governments must urgently address. 👇 www.amnesty.org/en/latest/ne...

One of the stupidest things the regime in Iran is doing right now is continuing with its murderous campaign to execute young people who were arrested for their involvement during protests in favor of greater freedom. It’s a quick way to burn up good will on the domestic and international fronts.

According to multiple sources, the regime in Iran publicly executed this 18-year-old youth today. He was convicted in a case linked to a fire at a Basij base during the protests in Tehran in January. His name was Amirhossein Hatami.

SILENT SLAUGHTER: Regime of Iran is on track to exceed the record number of executions it carried out against opponents in 2025, with 657 executions in the first three months of 2026, according to the Iran Human Rights Society.

This is what happens when you have an unqualified drunk as Secretary of Defense. #DemVoice1 #ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpIsACriminal #RepublicansAreDestroyingAmerica www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Trump fired Pam Bondi today. edition.cnn.com/2026/04/02/p...

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may this define her for the rest of her life. she was willing to stoop this low and still got fired. girl, bye.

Whales possess extraordinary powers. A whale's field of vision encompasses almost the entire ocean—they can pick up other whales' calls from thousands of miles away, and their voices carry just as far. These creatures play a very special role in the consciousness of the Earth.

Did you hear Nancy Mace? Release the Epstein files & you close the republican party.

Have a listen! This was excellent! #Pinks #ProudBlue

Well, color me shocked! Convicted Felon Donald Trump's sycophants voted the way he told them to. 😮 #DemVoice1 #ProudBlue #Pinks #TrumpIsACriminal www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

#ProudBlue #ResistanceUnited #Pinks What a pair, huh! They truly deserve each other!

#ProudBlue #ResistanceUnited #Pinks Good things come to those who wait! Bondi is out! 👏👏👏

Many websites report on the huge number of users who have blocked Attie. More than 125,000 people have done this, whereas it has only 1,500 followers. BlueSky users consider the launch of Attie as a betrayal. Others criticize the fact that BlueSky is still missing highly requested basic features.

Food for thought...

#ProudBlue Who saw THIS coming? Pam BONDI should never have been the AG in the first place, and the convicted felon who put her in that seat should not be the president either. apple.news/AURZ9nWv2RJu...

Divider She was trying to avoid Rep. Comer’s deposition for April 14. But Comer may not have power to withdraw his subpoena. Hahahahahahahahahhahhhah! www.nytimes.com/2026/04/02/u...

Uniter Good bye, Epstein Class Protector Pam Bondi Won’t miss her hostile disdain for people’s house oversight. And DOW is still not at 50,000. #DemVoice1 #Voices4Victory #ProudBlue #ResistanceUnited Trump Administration Live Updates: Bondi Ousted as Attorney General www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04...

The war with Iran looms disastrously for the economy. Trump already seems to be looking for an emergency exit, as if all this were nothing but a rotten game, that he will lose. #ProudBlue #DV1

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Todo lo que toca se pudre o se va a la bancarrota. Agarra el dinero, y deja a los que se asociaron con el en deuda o la cárcel. Lo ha hecho la vida entera con sus socios, empleados, esposas, clientes, y ahora con su país, y el planeta. Noviembre es nuestra oportunidad de derrotarlo.

Make sure that everyone you know, hears this story! The deranged cruelty of this administration & #ICELawlessness must be exposed to all.