FORUM TOPIC
Department of Veterans Affairs
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“It’s a Day When I Reflect Upon What Made My Own Service so Meaningful.”
With shaven heads and fresh uniforms, we each sworn the same oath to support and defend the United States. In that moment, our differences faded away.
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America’s Hidden Heroes
There are over 14 million military & veteran caregivers in the United States in the U.S. And according to the CEO of the Dole Foundation, they need our help.
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Safeguarding Sacrifice: Improving Military Quality of Life
The Co-Chairs of the Armed Services Committee’s Military Quality of Life Panel discuss the bipartisan effort they are leading to make sure our troops have the resources they need off the battlefield to take care of their families and themselves.
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Rebuilding Integrity and Trust at VA
Recent instances of mismanagement have left veterans waiting for services and highlight the need for greater accountability within VA.
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Should Military Commissaries be Privatized? Yes…
It will better serve our troops and their families.
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Should Military Commissaries be Privatized? No…
For struggling military families, commissaries are more important than ever.
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In this edition
With American politics polarized and America facing an increasing number of threats around the world, the 5th Annual Veterans Day Special Edition of The Ripon Forum shines a light on a group of Republican and Democratic leaders who are working across the aisle to take care of our…
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“A Time to Reflect on the Privilege, Service, and Sacrifice of Veterans.”
Veterans Day is our opportunity to celebrate and thank those who served honorably and returned to build their lives as our fellow citizens.
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“Live Everyday According to Their Values: Duty, Honor, and Service…”
More military virtue is needed in Washington. Unfortunately, there are some who seemingly care more about their party than their country.
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“A Life of Service is One That is Well-Lived.”
It is critical that we remember those who have fought for our values and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of all we hold dear.
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Working Across the Aisle for America’s Veterans
The Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee have put politics aside to fulfill the promise President Lincoln has made to veterans, their families, and their survivors.
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Bridging the Partisan Divide for Our Veterans and National Security
In these highly polarized times, Republican and Democratic veteran members of the For Country Caucus are working together to keep America secure and help those who served.