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VA and Vet Groups Announce Backlog Initiative

Military.com | May 21, 2013

The Department of Veterans Affairs and two of the country’s leading veterans’ service organizations say they have developed a plan to speed up action on disability claims and help bring down the claims backlog that is frustrating veterans, their families, and congressional lawmakers. The three organizations are hoping to do it in part by gettin... more

Sequestration Hits Memorial Day Events Nationwide

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Military.com | May 21, 2013

A small but resolute band of sequestration-busters showed up on the National Mall Sunday to honor the fallen of World War I despite the official cancellation of the annual event leading up to Memorial Day due to the Congressional budget cuts. “It’s a sign that we remember,” said Melinda Tomaino, president of the American Legion auxiliary at the... more

Does Social Media Add Fuel to Degrading Actions?

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Stars and Stripes  | May 20, 2013

WASHINGTON -- Despite urgent efforts by the White House, Congress and the Pentagon to address the military’s burgeoning sexual assault crisis, degrading hate speech against women remains ubiquitous in the military -- and it’s as close as the nearest computer screen. Last week, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel ordered leaders to police all military... more

Afghan Pilots Learn Air Assault Tactics From 101st

Associated Press | May 20, 2013

BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan -- With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air. The U.S. Army's 101st Combat Aviation Brigade started a new training program at Bagram Air Field for Afghan helicopter... more

Military Sex Abuse Victims Seek Help From VA

Associated Press | May 20, 2013

WASHINGTON -- More than 85,000 veterans were treated last year for injuries or illness stemming from sexual abuse in the military, and 4,000 sought disability benefits, underscoring the staggering long-term impact of a crisis that has roiled the Pentagon and been condemned by President Barack Obama as "shameful and disgraceful." A Department of... more

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