Brothers and sisters Quote by John E. James

I understand the desire to get out of Afghanistan. No one wants peace more than the veterans like me who have lived these wars,…

— Michael Waltz

In my generation, thankfully, as somebody who served in the Afghanistan War, would have served in the Iraq War, if called to do so…

— Pete Buttigieg

I can't stand the idea of a veteran risking her or his life for this country, suffering the wounds of battle, and then being…

— Chris Murphy

For too many families, the aftershock of the war in Afghanistan will be felt every day, most probably for the rest of their lives.…

— Ross Kemp

As the daughter of a 25-year veteran of the armed forces, I am incredibly thankful for the sacrifices our women and men have made…

— Barbara Lee

I hurt for my Marines, goodhearted American guys who'd bear these burdens for the rest of their lives. And I mourned for myself. Not…

— Nathaniel Fick

As a veteran, I will always have the backs of our brave men and women who put everything on the line to defend our…

— Anna Paulina Luna

I believe that everyone can appreciate the right of a family to grieve the loss of a loved one in peace, regardless of anyone's…

— Dave Reichert

I look forward to doing my part to keep our solemn vow to veterans who have served our country with pride and distinction. They…

— Marc Veasey

As a veteran, I understand how difficult it can be to return home from the battlefield with both visible and invisible wounds.

— Michael Waltz

I feel a special kinship with our military personnel, veterans, and their families. After all, two of my decisions sent them into harm's way.

— George W. Bush

“Surround yourself with fellow veterans. The patriots and the heroes. Those who raised their right hand and took an oath to defend freedom. But…

— Brian Reese