“We Have Accomplished That Goal”–GI Bill Signed Into Law

“Eighteen months ago, we began with the simple concept that those who have been serving since 9/11 should have the same opportunity for a first class educational future as those who served during World War II. Today, we have accomplished that goal.” Senator Jim Webb of Virginia spoke those words on June 26th after the Senate [...]

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New GI Bill A Reality?

With the passage of the 162 billion Iraq war funding bill last week it appears that the 21st Century GI Bill will become law. The Senate still needs to act on it but the White House has indicated it would sign the legislation. The GI Bill was included in the war funding along with a 13 week extension of [...]

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BREAKING NEWS CHC EXCLUSIVE-Free Cats!

Yeah, I know there is more important stuff going on like Obama claiming victory, McClellan dissin’ the Bush regime, and the never-ending occupation of Iraq but come on people-doesn’t everyone want a kitty?  Contact me, Please!       Here is a handy-dandy guide to cats from YouTube:       Peace & solidarity, CHC

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Will The ‘Decider’ Support The Troops??

This week, the U.S. Senate took an historic vote and passed (75-22) the Webb-Hagel 21st Century GI Bill. The GI Bill passed the House of Representatives earlier this month so now once the two legislative bodies reconcile any differences it will go to President Bush for his signature, signing it into law. Or maybe not! Bush along [...]

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21st Century GI Bill Will Come To A Vote Soon!

The new GI Bill (HR 5740) is scheduled for a vote soon. Minnesota Central leaves an interesting comment on my previous post about the upcoming vote. Here is an excerpt: FYI : The improved GI bill may be getting a vote this week. The House plans to add it as an amendment to the Iraq [...]

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Veterans March On Washington-The Bonus Army

On April 29, Iraq and Afghanistan veterans held a rally in Washington D.C. complete with press coverage and speeches from congressional supporters. Peaceful, well choreographed, and pretty much by the book for modern day political rallies in the nations capitol. Things were a little different in 1932 when thousands of veterans of World War 1, the [...]

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Mission Accomplished-Year Six

Meanwhile, Minnesota prepares to send more men and women to Iraq. Video here. UPDATE: Minnesota National Guard press release. Peace & solidarity, CHC

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McCain’s Attempt to Sabotage The 21st Century GI Bill

UPDATE: 05/01/2008 #1 son points out in the comments that now 7 of 8 of Minnesota’s congressional delegation have signed on to this legislation. The only holdout is Michelle Bachman. As of this date 261 members of the House of Representatives have signed on as cosponsors. END UPDATE As hundreds of thousands of men and [...]

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Do We Really Support The Troops?

I just caught this on KELO TV. Reporter Jon Wilson has a story about a Vietnam veteran who came close to dying on April 20th, 38 years ago. Gene Murphy now calls that day his Come Alive Day. Paralyzed from his injuries, Murphy has been advocating for better health care for veterans ever since that day. [...]

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Peace, Love, and Understanding

Five years of the Iraq War Occupation. No end in sight. How about a song? Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe, and James Burton perform the classic, What’s So Funny ’bout Peace, Love, and Understanding. Peace & solidarity, CHC

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