Veterans
We should be a country that went to war, not a country that watched its military go to war
This is a great discussion. Kudos to Dr. Maddow for her concern and the great line “We should be a country that went to war, not a country that watched its military go to war.” Rachel Maddow: Pentagon sort of explains why no parade for troops. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news … Continue reading
Marines encourage successful suicides
This is just insane, and in stark contrast to any form of good sense, internal logic, or following the services own promises and goals. via Marine fights court-martial conviction for suicide attempt. His lawyer, Navy Lt. Mike Hanzel, said he will ask the militarys highest court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces in … Continue reading
VSOs getting along with IAVA
Pretty awesome to get the DAV magazine 2012 this month and see Paul standing there on page 9 as the Veteran’s Jobs Bill is signed into law.
Healthy Tweets
10 Sep 2009, 8:03pm blabbery: health careobama military by Blabby leave a comment another nonsensical argument Healthcare for Everyone! Or else! My friend posted this crazy editorial on Facebook. Here’s the first line, “Joining the military has its perks, but the value of those benefits is at risk.” You should read the whole thing, but … Continue reading
Talking in Class
While I love the idea of blogging, some days it feels like I have a school assignment to complete. I usually have some idea of what I want to say but I want to do it well and there is a time limit imposed. In class it is the teacher’s deadline. On a blog it … Continue reading
Not as Bad as it May Seem: No Purple Heart for PTSD
A study group recommended and the DoD agreed this week that the Purple Heart should not be awarded for PTSD. As reported in Stars and Stripes at Pentagon: No Purple Heart for PTSD Defense officials have rejected the idea that troops suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder should be eligible for the Purple Heart. “PTSD is … Continue reading
