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Lawmakers face long to-do list that could have big impacts for veterans, servicemembers
October 2, 2019
Righting a wrong 66 years in the making
September 17, 2019
Veterans outreach effort headed to Massachusetts
September 10, 2019
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Veterans benefits center set for North Carolina
November 20, 2019
Albuquerque event brings resources to veterans and community
October 24, 2019
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Advance 500 scholarship benefits Legion families
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Legion thanks Tennessee senator's support in closing 90-10 loophole
October 29, 2019
Ohio veterans museum to welcome GI BIll exhibit
October 16, 2019
Albuquerque Post 13 to host student veteran resource fair
September 30, 2019
National commander: Close loophole that leaves veterans vulnerable to predatory colleges
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'It's OK to ask for help'
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