Friday, October 15, 2010

Obama - 'Don't ask, don't tell' ending on his watch

Article Title: Obama - 'Don't ask, don't tell' ending on his watch

Snippet of Article: "...President Barack Obama says the military's ban on gays serving openly in the military will end on his watch. ..."

Article Source: www.washingtonpost.com

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Are COLA rates going up for disabled vets?

Article Title: Are COLA rates going up for disabled vets?

Snippet of Article: "... Someone is circulating a fake piece of legislation that purports whopping increases disabled veterans’ compensation effective Dec. 1. Unfortunately, it’s all a lie. There is no increase in compensation. And disabled veterans should not expect a cost of living adjustment increase next year either...."

Article Source: www.stripes.com

Sunday, October 3, 2010

S.1963 - Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010

Article Title: S.1963 - Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010

Snippet of Article: "... Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers of any veteran who: ..."

Article Source: www.opencongress.org

New court aims to help veterans avoid jail time

Article Title: New court aims to help veterans avoid jail time

Snippet of Article: "... "Your country can ... ask you to put your life on hold or at risk. People being asked to make that sacrifice should have that commitment and sacrifice extended to them."..."

Article Source: www.necn.com