I was in the ROTC. Of course, ROTC stood for 'Running off to Canada'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leno redefines ROTC as 'Running off to Canada' during wartime.
- In plain terms
- He jokes about draft dodging and military service.
- What can you take from it?
- Military service is often viewed through the lens of personal choice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do cultural attitudes toward military service change over time?
Another view
The joke may minimize the serious sacrifices made by service members.
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