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The country pays tribute to its veterans each year on Veterans Day. And for the eighth year in a row, The Ripon Forum is publishing a special edition as a small way of paying tribute to them, as well.
“I’m proud to stand alongside the millions of Americans who have answered the call to serve.”
Military service isn’t usually about the medals, it’s about accomplishing a mission, together.
“America’s veterans have sacrificed so much to preserve the freedoms of all Americans.”
Duty. Honor. Country. These values embody what it means to serve in our armed forces.
“Every veteran made a commitment few Americans will ever be asked to make.”
Veterans took an oath to defend our nation, knowing that duty may mean making the ultimate sacrifice.
Healing the Invisible Wounds of War
A gap remains between veterans who need mental health care and those who receive it. Reducing stigma, addressing provider shortages, and ensuring high quality care will make a difference.
From Backlogs to Breakthroughs, the VA is on the Move
The challenge facing the VA has never been simply to move veterans through the system faster, but to make the system work better for them. Our survey suggests the VA is making progress on both fronts.
The Best Investment America Ever Made
A 1988 Joint Economic Committee analysis estimated that the college portion of the GI Bill alone returned five to twelve and a half dollars for every dollar spent.
This election cycle, 752 veterans from all 50 states have run or are running for Congress. Roughly four in ten served after 9/11, making them the largest generation of veterans on the campaign trail.
Artificial Intelligence Will Improve VA Care for Veterans
For decades, the VA has struggled with long wait times and other inefficiencies. AI can improve the current situation and connect veterans to the care they deserve.
Jake Ellzey discusses how his service in uniform shapes his service on Capitol Hill.
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In this edition
The country pays tribute to its veterans each year on Veterans Day. And for the eighth year in a row, The Ripon Forum is publishing a special edition as a small way of paying tribute to them, as well.
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“I’m proud to stand alongside the millions of Americans who have answered the call to serve.”
Military service isn’t usually about the medals, it’s about accomplishing a mission, together.
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“America’s veterans have sacrificed so much to preserve the freedoms of all Americans.”
Duty. Honor. Country. These values embody what it means to serve in our armed forces.
-
“Every veteran made a commitment few Americans will ever be asked to make.”
Veterans took an oath to defend our nation, knowing that duty may mean making the ultimate sacrifice.
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Healing the Invisible Wounds of War
A gap remains between veterans who need mental health care and those who receive it. Reducing stigma, addressing provider shortages, and ensuring high quality care will make a difference.
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From Backlogs to Breakthroughs, the VA is on the Move
The challenge facing the VA has never been simply to move veterans through the system faster, but to make the system work better for them. Our survey suggests the VA is making progress on both fronts.
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The Best Investment America Ever Made
A 1988 Joint Economic Committee analysis estimated that the college portion of the GI Bill alone returned five to twelve and a half dollars for every dollar spent.
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The Service Wave
This election cycle, 752 veterans from all 50 states have run or are running for Congress. Roughly four in ten served after 9/11, making them the largest generation of veterans on the campaign trail.
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Artificial Intelligence Will Improve VA Care for Veterans
For decades, the VA has struggled with long wait times and other inefficiencies. AI can improve the current situation and connect veterans to the care they deserve.
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Ripon Profile of Jake Ellzey
Jake Ellzey discusses how his service in uniform shapes his service on Capitol Hill.
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