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With Veterans Day approaching and for the seventh consecutive year, The Ripon Forum is dedicating an entire edition to those who served our country in uniform, a group of Americans that is not only smaller now than at any point in modern history, but is also more diverse and dispersed.
How America’s Governors are Honoring America’s Veterans
The Chair of the National Governors Association examines how the leaders of America’s states and territories are honoring those who served.
Delivering on Our Commitment to Our Veterans
The Chair and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee find common ground on the need to “care for all who have borne the battle.”
It’s Time to Make American Ships Again
Senator Young toured the Corn Island Shipyard in Spencer County,Indiana on September 22nd. America’s rise from 13 colonies to the most powerful nation on Earth was due, in large measure, to our dominance at sea. Our maritime power came not only from having a powerful Navy, but also from possessing a strong and capable commercial […]
“You learn what it means to serve — and serve with distinction.”
There’s a misguided perception among civilians that soldiers are good at only one thing: Following orders.
“Serving my country was the greatest adventure of my life.”
Each Veterans Day, I’m reminded of the decision I made to enlist in the Army — a decision that shaped the rest of my life.
“I am reminded of those who came before me.”
I look back on my time in uniform very fondly. During my time in the Navy, I built lasting friendships, traveled the world, and, most importantly, created opportunities for myself that I never could have imagined.
“It’s about recommitting ourselves to the future.”
Service has always been more than a calling — it has been part of my family’s story and my own journey as an American.
“Service to our country always comes before service to any party.”
New Hampshire is the home of the American Revolution, home of the United States Constitution, and my family’s home for more than a century. Here we live by our motto: “Live Free or Die.”
The State of America’s Veterans
The veteran population in the U.S. is changing and facing new challenges that cannot be addressed with outdated approaches.
Service, Trust, and the Future of American Democracy
In an era of government cynicism, the perception of veterans as trusted leaders represents one of the few points of agreement in American politics.
The Quiet Strength of Military Spouses
Just as the strength of America’s military is the servicemember, the strength of the servicemember is the family he or she leaves at home.
The Army has begun to recognize what families have long known — investments in people and infrastructure are investments in national defense.
Family, Community, and the Legacy of Military Service in America
Over 80 percent of Army recruits come from a family with a mother, father, sibling, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or cousin who served in the military.
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In this edition
With Veterans Day approaching and for the seventh consecutive year, The Ripon Forum is dedicating an entire edition to those who served our country in uniform, a group of Americans that is not only smaller now than at any point in modern history, but is also more diverse and dispersed.
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How America’s Governors are Honoring America’s Veterans
The Chair of the National Governors Association examines how the leaders of America’s states and territories are honoring those who served.
-
Delivering on Our Commitment to Our Veterans
The Chair and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee find common ground on the need to “care for all who have borne the battle.”
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It’s Time to Make American Ships Again
America’s rise from 13 colonies to the most powerful nation on Earth was due, in large measure, to our dominance at sea. Our maritime power came not only from having a powerful Navy, but also from possessing a strong and capable commercial fleet. From our founding, America’s merchant ships carried raw materials and goods around…
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“You learn what it means to serve — and serve with distinction.”
There’s a misguided perception among civilians that soldiers are good at only one thing: Following orders.
-
“Serving my country was the greatest adventure of my life.”
Each Veterans Day, I’m reminded of the decision I made to enlist in the Army — a decision that shaped the rest of my life.
-
“I am reminded of those who came before me.”
I look back on my time in uniform very fondly. During my time in the Navy, I built lasting friendships, traveled the world, and, most importantly, created opportunities for myself that I never could have imagined.
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“It’s about recommitting ourselves to the future.”
Service has always been more than a calling — it has been part of my family’s story and my own journey as an American.
-
“Service to our country always comes before service to any party.”
New Hampshire is the home of the American Revolution, home of the United States Constitution, and my family’s home for more than a century. Here we live by our motto: “Live Free or Die.”
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The State of America’s Veterans
The veteran population in the U.S. is changing and facing new challenges that cannot be addressed with outdated approaches.
-
Service, Trust, and the Future of American Democracy
In an era of government cynicism, the perception of veterans as trusted leaders represents one of the few points of agreement in American politics.
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The Quiet Strength of Military Spouses
Just as the strength of America’s military is the servicemember, the strength of the servicemember is the family he or she leaves at home.
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Readiness Starts at Home
The Army has begun to recognize what families have long known — investments in people and infrastructure are investments in national defense.
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Family, Community, and the Legacy of Military Service in America
Over 80 percent of Army recruits come from a family with a mother, father, sibling, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or cousin who served in the military.
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