http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/2007/08/top-army-genera.html

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When asked if the military has considered a move to reinstate the draft, Casey said "the demand for forces exceeds the supply and if the demand doesn't go down" the Army will need a mechanism to provide more forces. Case said the draft is "absolutely not under consideration" at the moment.

While he warned against continuing the surge for too long, Casey said the troops currently having their tours extended are capable for the moment of bearing that burden. "Ninety days in Iraq goes like that," he said, snapping his fingers.

Casey remarked that in addition to taking a toll on soldiers, the surge is leaving its mark on their families too. Many soldiers currently in Iraq will miss two Christmases with their families.

"There is no question the repeated deployments are having a debilitating effect on the families and children," but he pledged to improve the support infrastructure the military has in place.