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Take Care of America’s Veterans Act: An omni-busted package that Congress must fix

By Devin Wozniak, IAVA Zach McIlwain Leadership Fellow

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The 5 most important lessons about lethality via historical quotes

Marine Corps and Army Special Forces veteran "Rusty Dusty"

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Hollywood can bridge the divide between civilians and the military. It doesn’t.

By Erik Sabiston

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Military promotions should not be political leverage

By Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO and Co-Founder, Blue Star Families

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Mighty MilSpouse

The ongoing DHS shutdown is a slap in the face to those who protect the United States

By Jessica Manfre

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I served nearly 30 years fixing aircraft, driving warships, and explaining policy. The Survivor Benefit Plan still blindsided me.

By Theresa Carpenter

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Why military families deserve choice

By Selene Martin

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Military Branches

How is the falling confidence in America’s military creating a real crisis?

By Lyle D. Solomon