As we honor those who have fallen in service to our country, we must also remember those who returned from battle with the physical and psychological scars of war.
At www.standup4vets.org, concerned Americans can sign a petition urging Congress and the President to take action so the men and women who fought to defend our nation don't have to fight to get the medical care they need and deserve.
For far too long, tight budgets and political posturing have kept some veterans from getting proper medical care from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Disabled American Veterans is demanding that Congress enact new laws to require improved screening and treatment for psychological wounds, including post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injuries; increase support for family caregivers; and reform veterans health care funding so that it is sufficient, timely and predictable.
Thanks for any help you can provide in getting the word out to those who may want to get involved in our online mobilization and call for our government to stand up our veterans.
David E. Autry
Deputy National Director of Communications
Disabled American Veterans
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1 comment:
I just visited the site and it's a good thing. I hope that this petition will reach the congress. but we just have to wait after the election is over. =)
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