No, women do not need to register for selective service. As a retired Air Force Senior Master Sergeant, I fully support women's service in the military. That being said, men are responsibile for protecting women and children. It's an inherent job for men. I totally disagree with the trend in this country to feminize men and masculanize women.

As a member of the military, I pulled my weight. Although I strongly advised young military women not to lose respect by becoming "one of the guys," I also directed them not to bother or take advantage of the men for jobs they could accomplish on their own, such as moving equipment.

Admittedly, there are quite a few strong, resourceful women who can outwork many wimpy, not-so-bright men. Rather than forcing women to defend them, let's work on toughening up our men, so they can truly be "manly."