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Mar 3, 2022

The challenges we've faced have never been more intense. Today, Vet Voice Foundation announces a new CEO

, a bold new mission, and a partnership with LTC (Ret.) Alexander Vindman

@AVindman

. “The fact is, when a veteran speaks out, lawmakers listen.” WATCH:

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“We will continue to do our part to conserve and protect our nation’s public lands, ensuring they are around to provide veterans and military families places of reunion and reflection as they have for generations.” -

READ MORE: vvfnd.org/press-releases

Jan 17

📞BEGINNING TODAY: Enrollment in VA benefits or health care is not required to connect with the Veterans Crisis Line. You can visit veteranscrisisline.net or call 988➡️press 1

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Afghan Refugee Who Risked Life to Protect U.S. Soldiers Overseas Is Shot Dead in N.C. While Driving...

Jan 11

Heartbreaking. America should be a safe haven for allies who risked their lives to protects U.S. Troops in Afghanistan. We won’t rest until it is.

msn.com

Ainzargul Totakhil was given a special visa to move to the United States seven years ago and became a U.S. citizen a few weeks before he was killed

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Opinion | The Veteran Outing Domestic Extremists

Jan 11

Veterans are valuable recruits for far-right groups.

@KrisGoldsmith85

wants them to fight back.

nytimes.com

Veterans are valuable recruits for far-right groups. Kris Goldsmith wants them to fight back.

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria and 2 others

Dec 19, 2022

Today, the San Diego VA officially became the Jennifer Moreno VA Medical Center, marking the first time in history that a VA facility has been named after a Latina. 🧵

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First on CNN: Retired top military officials push for bill to help Afghans | CNN Politics

Dec 18, 2022

22 retired leaders of the US military – including chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO & former commanders in Afghanistan – sent a letter to Congress Saturday urging them to act quickly to save Afghan allies:

cnn.com

Roughly two dozen former leaders of the US military -- including retired chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a former Supreme Allied commander of NATO and several former commanders in Afghanistan...

#AfghanEvac Coalition

@afghanevac

Dec 18, 2022

#BREAKING: 22 retired flag and general officers agree the #AfghanAdjustmentAct is a national security imperative, urge Congress to act to include in Omnibus spending bill.

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United States government organization

Dec 16, 2022

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The White House

@WhiteHouse

Dec 16, 2022

Happening Now: President Biden participates in a town hall with veterans and discusses the historic expansion of benefits in the PACT Act. twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1

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Dec 15, 2022

Afghan allies stood by us through twenty years of war. Now we need

@ChuckGrassley

and

@LeaderMcConnell

to help us stand by them. We must include the #AfghanAdjustmentAct in the FY23 Omnibus TODAY to keep the promises we made as a country.

A new report from

lays out the threat of QAnon extremists targeting, recruiting, and spreading misinformation about the US military and veterans. Read ⬇️

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Dec 15, 2022

The QAnon extremist movement presents a direct threat to the military, communities frequently targeted by extremists, institutions, & ultimately American democracy. Addressing this threat must be an urgent priority for both government & civil society. humanrightsfirst.org/wp-content/upl

Op-Ed: President Biden, make site of the 1908 Springfield Race Riots a national monument

Union Veterans Council

Pass the #PROAct

@unionveterans

Dec 13, 2022

Today we sent a legislative letter voicing our support for the inclusion of the bipartisan Afghan Adjustment Act and related provisions in the upcoming FY2023 Omnibus to

@SpeakerPelosi

@SenSchumer

, Leader @GOPLeader, and

. #1u

"Now is the time for

Biden to use the power entrusted to him through the Antiquities Act to designate this historical site a national monument...honoring the lives lost in that dark hour..." -

@SenDuckworth

sj-r.com

The president can and should use the Antiquities Act to bypass Congressional gridlock that has stalled legislation giving the designation

Congresswoman Sara Jacobs

@RepSaraJacobs

Dec 13, 2022

Actually, the Pentagon isn’t “fixated” on gender and safe spaces, and “wokeness” isn't hurting military recruitment. Want to improve recruitment? Let’s create more child care options and housing that’s affordable and NOT have conversations like this.

foxnews.com

Pentagon’s fixation on gender, ‘safe spaces’ evades congressional probe after Democrats vote it down

A House committee on Tuesday rejected a GOP request for information about Defense Department policies dealing with gender, after Democrats rejected the effort.

Happy birthday,

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Since 1636, the National Guard has been Always Ready, Always There. Please join us in celebrating 386 years of service by sharing your birthday wishes using #Guard386!

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Hundreds of Members of Extremist Group Oath Keepers Worked for U.S. Department of Homeland Securi...

Dec 13, 2022

More than 300 people identifying themselves as current or former employees of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security or affiliated agencies appeared on an internal roster of a right-wing anti-government group whose leader has been convicted of sedition.

occrp.org

Current and former Secret Service, border control, customs, and Coast Guard employees all signed up as members of the right-wing militant group between 2009 and 2015, leaked data shows.

Dec 7, 2022

"December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy." -FDR #NeverForget #PearlHarborRemembranceDay

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The Military Still Has No Good Way to Spot Extremist Recruits and Troops on Social Media

Dec 7, 2022

Lights are flashing red.

military.com

Extremist activity has surged in the U.S., experts say, and groups such as the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys often seek out service members and veterans.

VA to host town halls for Veterans, families during 'PACT Act Week of Action' - VA News

Dec 5, 2022

⬇️ Learn more about the PACT Act Week of Action!

news.va.gov

December 10-17 is “PACT Act Week of Action,” and VA medical centers around the country will be holding in-person town halls on VA health care eligibility and benefits.

Veterans in attendance can get help enrolling in VA health care or applying for VA benefits. If you can’t make it, visit VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-MYVA411 to learn more about the PACT Act.

va.gov

The PACT Act and your VA benefits | Veterans Affairs

The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions that...

There will be at least one event in all 50 states, as well as in Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia.

🇺🇸 IMPORTANT: During the week of December 10-17, over 90 VA facilities around the country will be holding in-person town halls to provide information on what the PACT Act could mean for Veterans and their family members. [THREAD 🧵]

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Nov 30, 2022

Thrilled to see this forward movement! For years, a coalition of Tribes, local residents, veterans, conservation and recreation groups, and others have been working to see the Avi Kwa Ame National Monument made a reality.

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Nov 30, 2022

"Today, we’re one step closer to an Avi Kwa Ame National Monument which will ensure this sacred place can be enjoyed by veterans and non-veterans alike for years to come.” -@jgoldbeck, CEO, Vet Voice Foundation READ MORE: vvfnd.org/press-releases

"Today, we’re one step closer to an Avi Kwa Ame National Monument which will ensure this sacred place can be enjoyed by veterans and non-veterans alike for years to come.” -

, CEO, Vet Voice Foundation READ MORE: vvfnd.org/press-releases

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Nov 17, 2022

Because of its connection to Native peoples – a group that has the highest per-capita representation of any in the U.S. Armed Forces – Avi Kwa Ame is also a special place for veterans and military families.

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Jim Ramey

@RameyJim

Nov 17, 2022

Today in Laughlin, NV #AviKwaAme national monument supporters are showing up in force! Join me in sending support for @HonorAviKwaAme to protect sacred land in southern NV. Add your name in support to the petition!

honoravikwaame.org

National Monument Proposed by Congresswoman and Tribes in Nevada

Honor Avi Kwa Ame

@HonorAviKwaAme

Nov 17, 2022

“We need our congressional leaders to support and stand behind this as well,” said Chairman Amber Torres of the Walker Paiute Tribe.

@repdinatitus

answered the call by fighting to #HonorAviKwaAme as a National Monument!

nativenewsonline.net

On Friday, January 14, U.S. Representative Dina Titus said during a press conference in Las Vegas that she plans on introducing legislation to Congress designated to make an area south of Las Vegas a...

Veterans enjoy Veterans Day hike and breakfast on Castner Range

Alexander S. Vindman

@AVindman

Nov 15, 2022

🧵 on the meaning of Russian strikes on Poland. This is a terrible development both for the loss of life & for what it tells us about the trajectory of Russia’s war. For those that have heard me speak on it, Russian strikes on NATO were an inevitability, in a long war scenario.

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“With the support of Representative Veronica Escobar, the Coalition to protect Castner Range has called on President Joe Biden to designate Castner Range National Monument before the end of 2022.”

ktsm.com

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The Frontera Land Alliance hosted a Veterans Day hike and breakfast on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11. The hike was led by Janaé Renaud Field, Executive Director of The F…

Veterans, Gold Star Families get free lifetime pass to national parks, wildlife refuges, other...

NowThis

@nowthisnews

Nov 14, 2022

ICYMI: 'We've been in every [U.S.] war' — Native American veterans were honored for their service and sacrifice at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian

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“The Military Pass has been expanded to include a pass that does not expire for Veterans and Gold Star Family members.”

news.va.gov

On Veterans Day 2022, the National Park Service will unveil a lifetime pass providing free entrance to national parks for Veterans and their families.

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Nov 12, 2022

“On behalf of veterans across the country, we are grateful to President Biden for taking strong action to reduce the waste of America’s energy resources, improve our air quality and strengthen our national security.” -

Statement of Vet Voice Foundation on new EPA Methane Rules - Vet Voice Foundation

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This Veterans Day, we honor all who answered the call to serve our great nation. Thank you for your service. Today, and every day. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay2022

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Nov 8, 2022

GO VOTE! 🇺🇸

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Opinion: Biden administration can bolster climate and energy security by cutting methane

Nov 3, 2022

Eliminating routine flaring would not only curb methane pollution & protect communities, but ensure less of our domestic energy resources are wasted. We’re facing a global energy crisis with #NoTimeToWaste. We need

@POTUS

to take action ASAP to #CutMethane

americanindependent.com

The Biden administration can take action now to curb methane pollution, a major driver of global warming.

WATCH: Vet Voice Foundation hosts a press conference urging Preside...

Oct 24, 2022

WATCH ON FACEBOOK: Vet Voice Foundation hosts a press conference urging President Briden to designate Castner Range, in El Paso, TX, as a new national monument. 📺

facebook.com

Texas | 1K views, 5 likes, 0 loves, 3 comments, 3 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Vet Voice Foundation: WATCH: Vet Voice Foundation hosts a press conference urging President Briden to designate...

Opinion: Biden administration can bolster climate and energy security by cutting methane

Oct 24, 2022

"Swift action from the Biden administration to cut methane waste offers a critical near-term solution to bolster the energy security of the U.S. and our allies while protecting public health and addressing climate change."

americanindependent.com

The Biden administration can take action now to curb methane pollution, a major driver of global warming.

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Statement of Vet Voice Foundation on Pentagon Announcement on Reproductive Rights - Vet Voice...

Vet Voice Foundation Responds To Department Of Defense Announcement Regarding Reproductive Freedom: "It is essential that we codify Roe v Wade into law so that we can restore the right to choose for all veterans and military families from coast-to-coast."

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Today’s announcement brings welcome attention to the host of hurdles our service members now face in light of the Dobbs decision. While specifics of any new directives are yet to be seen, the

@DeptofDefense

's commitment to addressing these issues is very encouraging.

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Alex J. Rouhandeh

@AlexRouhandeh

BREAKING: The Pentagon announced it will pay for the travel of servicemembers seeking abortions. In addition, other new guidelines focus on preserving privacy, protecting health care providers, ensuring access, and improving awareness of resources. newsweek.com/pentagon-relea

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Alexander S. Vindman

@AVindman

Interesting 🧵. I’ve been saying we are months away from a major escalation between NATO & Russia. That was a sliding timeline based on indications & warning of spillover into open confrontation. This 🧵 suggest the clock may have started. Unattributable attack are a start point.

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Edward Hunter Christie

@EHunterChristie