Today, the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America is premiering a new PSA on their Facebook fan page to coincide with Veterans Day 2009. And you can be among the first to see it.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 11.11.2009 | Politics
Whether it's amputees, folks struggling with PTSD, outdoor enthusiasts, or just those looking to swap war stories, every vet can find a home on the IAVA's social network for veterans.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 10.28.2009 | Politics
With the noise clogging the media landscape, it's hard to get the public to pay attention to anything important. Fortunately, some extremely talented musicians are working to change that.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 10.22.2009 | Politics
Rey Leal has fought on the streets of Fallujah; for mental health care in south Texas; and in Washington, for a solution to years of late veterans' health care budgets. Today, Rey and millions of veterans have won their fight.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 10.15.2009 | Politics
After honorably fighting overseas, female veterans shouldn't have to wage new battles once they get home. And they should be treated like heroes, not candy stripers.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 10.01.2009 | Politics
This year, like 20 out of the last 23 years, the veterans' health care budget is late. In fact, the only budget that did pass on time this year was the one that funds salary checks for members of Congress.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 09.17.2009 | Politics
Hundreds of veterans were in attendance recently to hear Obama and VA Secretary Shinseki promise that despite the rumors, VA health care will be protected.
Craig Newmark | Posted 09.11.2009 | Media
The Department of Defense is asking military families what they really need from social media. It's not an easy issue, since there are a lot of legitimate security and privacy concerns.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 08.28.2009 | Politics
In less than five days, the Post-9/11 GI Bill will finally take effect, ushering in the education dreams of hundreds of thousands of U.S. troops and veterans.
Eric Kuhn | Posted 08.01.2009 | Media
Over 1,000 people descended upon the annual Personal Democracy Forum earlier this week. Here are some of my notes -- taken on Twitter, of course -- from the two day conference.
Eric Kuhn | Posted 07.30.2009 | Media
The on-line and on-air campaign, anchored by Ning-based CommunityofVeterans.org, was established to support veterans coming home. The first quarter brought in $26 million in donated media.
Craig Newmark | Posted 07.26.2009 | Politics
Hey, things continue to turn around for those who sacrifice so much for us. President Signs Two Major Provisions for New Veterans into Law "Washi...
Craig Newmark | Posted 07.17.2009 | Politics
Hey, you might recall Stephen Colbert's challenge, regarding the use of DonorsChoose.org to support classrooms and teachers who teach the kids of tro...
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 07.12.2009 | Politics
When our troops deploy to Iraq and Afghanistan, they have enough to worry about from insurgents, snipers and roadside bombs. They shouldn't also have to worry about poison in the air they breathe.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 07.04.2009 | Politics
In no other profession would an employee work overtime and not be compensated, and the same must be true of our military.
Craig Newmark | Posted 06.25.2009 | Politics
Folks, it's important to remember the fallen today, and then every day, follow through to help out the veterans among us.The folks at the Iraq &a...
Craig Newmark | Posted 06.19.2009 | Politics
People ask me why I support the Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America: We will be heading out tomorrow into the other "Stan" to get this adve...
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 06.06.2009 | Politics
Comedy's most serious satirist dropped yet another hint that he's heading "somewhere in the Persian Gulf" soon. I was lucky enough to talk with him about it.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 05.31.2009 | Politics
We have a unique opportunity, in this brief moment, to finally turn the page on Vietnam, and welcome our veterans home with the honor and support they have earned.
Robert Greenwald | Posted 05.17.2009 | Politics
I appeared on Tavis Smiley last night to talk about In Their Boots and the issues facing veterans returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 05.10.2009 | Politics
Our nation's heroes deserve much more than lost paperwork and endless delays. Today, we are finally turning the page on this horrific chapter in our nation's history.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 04.19.2009 | Politics
With the end of stop-loss, we've finally begun to address some of the burdens bad policy puts on our military families. But as the war enters its seventh year, there's still a ton left to do.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 02.20.2009 | Politics
As President Obama takes the oath of office, we want to make sure that he does not forget his promises of support for our military families and veterans.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 02.13.2009 | Politics
General Shinseki has the potential to be an effective and dedicated advocate for veterans of all generations. But nobody gets a free pass. The Senate must ensure that he is the right person for a very tough job.
Paul Rieckhoff | Posted 02.09.2009 | Politics
From burn pits to power plants, we are hearing more and more about troops who have been exposed to toxins while serving our country overseas.
Craig Newmark | Posted 11.11.2009 | Media