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Dowd's Bogus Grief Deficit
Christian Lowe | November 04, 2009

"Talk to the parents of the dead who witnessed the former president's remorse first hand." More

Hope Gives Way to Nope
Joe Galloway | November 02, 2009

"President Barack Obama would rather face an uncertain future than look back at an ugly past." More

Chapter 61 Retirees Denied Concurrent Receipt
Tom Philpott | October 18, 2009

This week Tom's readers sound-off on Congress' decision to take a provision that would provide CRDP to some Chpt. 61 Retirees off the 2010 Defense Authorization Bill. More

New TRICARE Fees, 'CR' Plan, Blocked
Tom Philpott | October 08, 2009

The last decision made by House-Senate conferees negotiating final details on a fiscal 2010 defense authorization bill Tuesday was to insert language that will rollback an announced Oct. 1 increase in fees charged to TRICARE Standard beneficiaries for stays in civilian hospitals. More

House Votes No Gitmo Detainees in US
Associated Press | October 02, 2009

The House went on record Thursday against allowing detainees at the Guantanamo Bay prison in Cuba to be transferred to the U.S., even to face trial or to be jailed in maximum-security prisons. The 258-163 vote was on a nonbinding recommendation. More

Who in DC Can Lead?
Joe Galloway | August 24, 2009

"The sad truth is that the Democrats can't govern even when they have all the marbles . . ." More

Newest Addition to the Health Care Debate
Paul Rieckhoff | August 18, 2009

"They promised America's veterans that despite the rumors, VA health care will be protected." More

VA Failing to Serve Women Warriors
Paul Rieckhoff | July 17, 2009

"The GAO released a stunning new report detailing significant barriers that many female veterans face in accessing healthcare at the VA." More

Hey, TV Land, There's a War Going On!
Paul Rieckhoff | June 19, 2009

"This is the legacy we will leave for generations of veterans to come no matter what President is in charge." More

Welcome Home! - Home at Last
Jim Strickland | May 26, 2009

You're home at last! Now what? Set your priorities! You must learn to think for yourself and establish your own priorities. More

Welcome Home! - 3 Cash Based Benefits
Jim Strickland | May 18, 2009

As you're learning about your VA benefits and transitioning from active duty, there are 3 that are very important and of concern to you right now. More

Welcome Home! - Getting Started
Jim Strickland | April 27, 2009

You're a veteran now, or soon will be. You want to submit a claim with the VA. What now? How do you file a claim? Is it as hard as you've heard? More

Welcome Home!
Jim Strickland | April 21, 2009

Military.com is proud to introduce Jim Strickland. Jim's column, offers advice to assist transitioning warriors and veterans access the benefits and support they deserve. More

Obama Fulfills Two Promises to Vets
Paul Rieckhoff | April 09, 2009

"With the Joint Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record Initiative , President Obama is finally bringing the VA and DoD into the 21st century." More

Keeping our Promise to America's Veterans
Eric Shinseki | April 06, 2009

"Despite economic turmoil, President Obama's budget proposal renews our nation's commitment to the men and women who have served." More

Show Us the Money
Paul Rieckhoff | March 10, 2009

"Luckily for veterans, we have some great allies in Congress -- led by Akaka and Filner . . ." More

The American Legion and GI Bill Caps
David Rehbein | March 03, 2009

"Why would The American Legion wish to diminish benefits that we have spent years fighting to obtain..." More

Marine Charged with Threatening Obama
Fayetteville Observer | February 27, 2009

A Camp Lejeune, N.C., Marine is facing five years in prison for allegedly threatening the life of Barack Obama before he was sworn in as president last month. Obama is scheduled to be at the base today to deliver a speech that will discuss plans for withdrawing troops from Iraq. More

GI Facing Desertion Charges
Associated Press | February 27, 2009

Army commanders filed a desertion charge against a Fort Stewart, Gal., Soldier accused of fleeing to Canada four years ago to avoid the war in Iraq. Spc. Cliff Cornell, 29, will now face an investigation to determine whether his case should be handled administratively or sent to a court-martial. More

GI Bill Could Mean Uneven Scholarships
Stars and Stripes | February 24, 2009

An Iraq war veteran living in Texarkana, Texas, could get more than $56,000 in tuition benefits under the GI Bill next year. But if the same veteran lives a few miles east on the Arkansas side of the city, he'll get only about $5,300 a year for his college education. More

Wars? What Wars?
Carissa Picard | January 28, 2009

"I wonder if those who don't feel like thinking about these wars realize why they are able to do so?" More

Make Vets a Priority in First 100 Days
Paul Rieckhoff | January 20, 2009

"While times are tough for the country as a whole, the economic crisis is hitting our newest generation of heroes even harder." More

A Former POW's Open Letter to Congress
Phillip Butler | January 05, 2009

"I therefore call on my elected representatives to bring appropriate charges against President Bush . . ." More

Shredding Confidence in the VA
Larry Scott | November 21, 2008

"Over a month ago it was learned that documents critical to veterans' claims were found in shredder bins . . ." More

Blue-Water Sailors Ask Supreme Court to Review Case
Tom Philpott | October 31, 2008

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled that the Department of Veterans Affairs acted lawfully and reasonably when it cut off Agent Orange-related disability payments to "blue water" veterans who served off the coast of Vietnam. More

VA's Mishandled Document Probe Widens
Larry Scott | October 28, 2008

". . . the real issue of timeliness and the mishandling of documents is being underplayed by the VA." More

VA Under Fire for GI Bill Delays
Stars and Stripes | September 26, 2008

Lawmakers angrily criticized Veterans Affairs officials for possible delays in implementing the new GI Bill benefits by the August 2009 deadline, calling for more urgency and ingenuity by department leaders. Bob Filner, D-Calif., charged that officials aren't working hard enough to find solutions. More

Want to Learn About Your New GI Bill Benefit?
Paul Rieckhoff | August 22, 2008

Starting this week, a new website will provide America's newest generation of vets with the tools they need to access the new GI Bill. More

Navy OKs E-payment of Death Benefit
Virginian-Pilot | August 06, 2008

"Effective immediately, families who lose a Navy service member can receive their $100,000 death gratuity benefits electronically..." More

B-52H Reaches Retirement
Virginian-Pilot | August 04, 2008

The first B-52H Stratofortress reaches retirement after more than 45 years of dedicated service to the country July 24 on its final flight to Tinker Air Force Base, Okla. More

Senators Thank the Military Community
Military.com | July 11, 2008

With the support of countless Military.com readers, IAVA helped made history. When the GI Bill was signed into law by President Bush at the end of June, we hope you took pride in the fact that you contributed to this remarkable victory. More

Troops Wait While Congress 'Governs'
Paul Rieckhoff | June 10, 2008

"Proponents of a new GI Bill are beating back yet another effort by the Blue Dog Democrats to derail this crucial legislation." More

Be Wary of Caller Soliciting for 'VA'
Sgt. Shaft | April 28, 2008

"A little-known VA program that does provide an opportunity for veterans to obtain energy efficient improvements..." More

Opposition To Webb GI Bill Rankles
Tom Philpott | April 25, 2008

"It's time to ask the embarrassing questions concerning reform of the GI Bill." More

Bush Supports Increased GI Bill Benefits
Tom Philpott | April 21, 2008

The Bush administration has endorsed a House bill that would improve the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) education benefits in several ways. More

Servicemembers Have a Voice
Tom Philpott | April 21, 2008

Without your input, some congressmen rely on their own lack of military experience to determine which benefits can be cut. More

VA Loan Increase Passes Senate
Tom Philpott | April 21, 2008

The U.S. Senate recently passed H.R. 3221, which incorporated provisions to boost the limit on veterans' home loans. More

Bush Backs Bigger GI Bill
Tom Philpott | April 17, 2008

"No matter who wins this showdown, current and future GI Bill users are almost assured that their benefits will be more valuable by next year." More

Apply Now to Become a Navy Nurse
Tom Philpott | April 14, 2008

The Navy's Nurse Corps Medical Enlisted Commission Program (MECP) Selection Board will convene on Nov. 8, 2008. More

Emergency Relief for Soldiers
Tom Philpott | April 14, 2008

The Army Emergency Relief program's Command Referral Program allows company commanders and first sergeants to authorize interest-free loans to their Soldiers. More

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