Opinion
The Yazidi genocide and the imperfect fulfillment of ‘never again’
The world’s response in Sinjar was not perfect, but it was decisive, and it saved thousands of lives. That is a legacy worth building on.
By Samuel Russell
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Trump says he wants Netanyahu to ‘make sure they get the food’ in Gaza
Seemingly recalibrating his stance on Gaza, Trump expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis there, urging Israel to ensure food reaches Palestinians.
Why veterans need more than Transition Assistance Programs
The transition to civilian life is a difficult process, but the good news is there is much support available, says the author of this commentary.
By Matthew J. Louis
Many low-income military families need SNAP, but can’t overcome an eligibility hurdle
Congress should revisit SNAP eligibility for military families in the next coronavirus relief bill by excluding BAH from gross income, say the authors of this commentary.
By Frances Tilney Burke and Angela Rachidi
Here’s what grieving military families can teach civilians dealing with coronavirus tragedy
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors is reminding families — both military and civilian — that grief is a normal and acceptable response to hardships.
Veterans groups step up efforts to help with coronavirus financial challenges and isolation
Numerous groups are working on ways to help local veterans amid unprecedented job losses and health worries.
Syrian war, rumbling into 10th year, still has global impact
In a world gripped by a pandemic, global unrest and a fast-moving news cycle, it can be difficult to remember that the war in Syria is still happening.
Australian air force takes lead on tri-national Cope North 2020 humanitarian exercise
Cope North 2020 united the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Forces and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force in a 17-day-long simulation.
By Olivia Vermane
New rules for VA caregiver stipend eligibility released, but still no start date
Currently, only veterans who served after 2001 are eligible for the monthly caregiver compensation program.
VA success story — new veterans answering calls checking in
The new Solid Start program promises phone calls to recently-separated service members to talk about assistance programs and see how they're doing.
It’s election year. Do you know when your state’s primary is? Here’s help for military absentee ballot voters.
If you haven't registered to vote in the Feb. 29 primary in South Carolina, Jan. 30, is the deadline!
By Karen Jowers