Yes, they technically have every right to institute 'Stop Loss', but at the same time, this may have a chilling effect on future enlistments.
I don't want to be flamed here... I served in the 101st for 4 years, and then spent the last 2 years of my service in the reserves - and was well aware (and accepted) the responsibilities thereof.
I'm just giving us all something to think about.
i just got my walking papers, and breathed a hefty sigh of relief, so i do empathize with this guy, however, i kept my bags packed (actually they still are) incase i was called back up, and thats after spending 8 years forward deployed the entire time minus schools. got to read what you are signing, its an 8 year commitment in the contract not 4. no way should it be a "backdoor draft" Now retired battleship sailors that got "asked" to come back for the 1st Gulf War may have an issue.