Veterans and Military FamiliesVeterans and military families are an important base constituency in the Democratic Party and the DNC will continue to further strengthen outreach to our troops and families who have given so much in defense of our country. Our efforts will focus around educating the public on Democratic principles regarding our military forces, their families, and veterans. These principles include proper training and equipment for our troops as they head to battle; a budget that reflects America's responsibilities to our veterans by providing health care options and assistance to military families; support and assistance for veterans and their families when they return home from fighting abroad; and a continued support for the values and dignity that come with a military career. DNC COUNCIL ON VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES Co-Chairs- Lt. General Claudia Kennedy and Colonel Don FowlerVice Chairs: Christine Pelosi, Alex Cornell du Houx, Saif Khan and Robert Diamond LATEST »Military Veteran Reflects on Elena Kagan as a "Fervent Advocate for Veterans"Former Harvard Law School student and Marine Corps Captain Robert Merill recently published a piece in the Washington Post in which he praised Supreme Court Nominee Elena Kagan for being a "a fervent advocate for veterans." DNC Chairman Tim Kaine Statement Recognizing Armed Forces DayToday is Armed Forces Day. In recognition of the occasion, DNC Chairman Tim Kaine released the following statement: DNC Veterans Council Commends President Obama On Support for VeteransToday, the Washington Times published a story highlighting President Obama’s progress in meeting campaign promises to America’s veterans. Specifically, the Washington Times notes, “All sides agree the President Obama has made big strides on promises he made in 2008 when competing for military votes against Republican nominee and Vietnam veteran Sen. John McCain - to fully fund the Veterans Administration, expand access to care in rural areas and improve treatment for mental health conditions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder.” Military Mom Praises First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden for Dedicating April as the Month of the Military ChildAs my two sons moved through the military after Sept. 11, first as recruits, then as Marine and soldier, my primary concerns were for each of their well-being. Their combined service include six tours in war zones with their infantry units. I would then also think about their fellow soldiers and Marines. Ultimately, though, my thoughts would move to these fellow service members’ families where the impact of service is often overlooked. |
