On June 26, 2024, President Biden announced a landmark decision: a presidential pardon for LGBTQI+ Veterans who faced discrimination and unjust convictions under the military's former "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. This pardon offers a
Read Full ArticleVeterans who were exposed to burn pits during their military service and developed health problems as a result may be eligible for disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In August 2022, the
Read Full ArticleWhen a Veteran files a claim for Veterans Administration (VA) disability benefits, the outcome can significantly impact their life. One possible result is a deferred status on the claim. A deferred status on a VA
Read Full ArticleMark Harper isn't your average Veteran leader. He's gone from leading combat camera teams in the heart of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom to steering the helm of major military media platforms like
Read Full ArticlePlantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that causes pain and discomfort in the heel and arch. For many Veterans, this condition can be debilitating and impact their daily lives. Fortunately, the Department of Veterans
Read Full ArticleFor Veterans who have experienced the trauma of being held as a prisoner of war (POW), the aftermath can be extraordinarily challenging. Many former POWs struggle with physical and mental health issues related to their
Read Full ArticleMatt Griffin is a former Army Ranger who traded combat boots for flip flops, and in the process, built a company that embodies a unique military leadership philosophy. Griffin's journey from the front lines to
Read Full ArticleUnderstanding Your Pardon and Its Potential Receiving a presidential pardon is a significant legal and symbolic victory. It acknowledges past injustices and offers a path to move forward with greater opportunities. While the pardon itself
Read Full ArticleIn a world of fast fashion and overseas manufacturing, Dean Wegner, a West Point graduate and former Army officer, dared to be different. This Veteran-owned business aims to create an authentic American brand that produces
Read Full ArticleFrom Battlefield to Boardroom: How Veteran Eric Isham Built a Cybersecurity Empire The path from the battlefield to entrepreneurship may seem unconventional, but for Eric Isham, founder and CEO of OMNICOMMANDER, it's a journey that's
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