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Coming Soon: Self-Driving Medical Vehicles For Wounded Warriors

By Debbie Gregory. In a move aimed at reducing combat-wounded soldiers missing their doctor’s appointments due to heavy traffic and…

8 years ago

Divorce Rules for Dividing a Military Pension

By Debbie Gregory. Without question, divorce is traumatic for any family. The division of assets is handled differently in every…

8 years ago

VFW Partners with Other Non-Profits to Fight Mental Health Stigma

By Debbie Gregory. The VFW has recently launched a campaign to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health, raise awareness, foster…

8 years ago

Pentagon Firmly Against Military Intervention in Syria

For years, the Pentagon has been against direct U.S. military action in Syria’s civil war. Early last month, defense officials…

8 years ago

Should Separation Policy Address Service-related Trauma?

By Debbie Gregory. Last month, Sens. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Amy Klobuchar…

8 years ago

The National Guard Is Vital

By Debbie Gregory. While most of us are aware of the National Guard's rapid response to civil unrest, hurricanes, wildfires…

8 years ago

New Veteran Health Care Plan Emerging

By Debbie Gregory. After more than two years of debate, there is finally agreement about how best to provide veteran…

8 years ago

Air Force Fights to Retain Pilots

By Debbie Gregory. The Air Force is scrambling to head off what could be a major exodus of fighter pilots…

8 years ago

Expansion of Tuition Assistance for Spouses and Technical Careers Headed to DoD

By Debbie Gregory. Using TA for technical credentials is one of five ideas that will go to the secretary of…

8 years ago

Trying to Stem the Tide of EOD Technician Suicides

By Debbie Gregory. They’re trained to disarm improvised explosive devices. Neutralize chemical threats. Even render safe nuclear weapons. Explosive Ordnance…

8 years ago