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American Veteran

Telling Our Story

There’s a communication divide in this country, between people who serve in the military and those who do not. People without military experience can pick and choose, from the media or politicians, what they want to hear about war, and can leave behind the pieces that are difficult or too uncomfortable. But if civilians could think more critically about the war, wouldn’t it help bridge the gap?

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Episode 4: The Reckoning
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How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.
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For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
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Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
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There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.
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