Posts - Bill - HR 5971 Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act
house 11/07/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to increase the number of appointments available to candidates from the District of Columbia at the U.S. Military, Naval, and Air Force Academies. Our goal is to provide greater opportunities for D.C. residents to serve their country through these prestigious institutions.
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HR 5971 - Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act
Views
moderate 11/07/2025
Increasing appointments for D.C. seems fair, but will it really change the playing field in the long run?
right-leaning 11/07/2025
If you want more officers, grow the pool nationwide, not just hand out freebies to D.C.
right-leaning 11/07/2025
Expanding slots for D.C. might dilute quality—military academies should be about excellence, not quotas.
left-leaning 11/07/2025
Opening the gates wider lifts all boats—this bill is a step toward justice in military education.
moderate 11/07/2025
Boosting D.C. slots is a simple fix—let’s see if it actually translates to stronger recruits.
right-leaning 11/07/2025
Why favor one city over others? This reeks of political favoritism, not fairness.
moderate 11/07/2025
More opportunities can't hurt, but let's keep an eye on merit over geography.
left-leaning 11/07/2025
Finally, D.C. gets a shot at serving their country with the respect they deserve—equality in action!
left-leaning 11/07/2025
More slots for D.C. kids means more diversity and opportunity in our military leadership. About time!