Describe the Selective Service Act and the impact it had on the workforce
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The Selective Service Act was a law passed in 1917 that required all men between the ages of 21 and 30 to register for military service. This had a significant impact on the workforce as many men were drafted into the military, leading to labor shortages in various industries. This forced employers to hire women and minorities to fill the vacant positions, paving the way for increased diversity in the workforce.