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Military Spending Surges, Creating New Boom for Arms Makers

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Military news…

Blind and Disabled Veterans Can’t Access VA Websites, Report Says

Disabled veterans say they often can’t make appointments, message their doctors, or apply for benefits online.

Military Spending Surges, Creating New Boom for Arms Makers

The combination of the war in Ukraine and concern about longer-term threats from Russia and China is driving a bipartisan push to increase U.S. capacity to produce weapons.

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Russia’s only aircraft carrier caught on fire — again
The much-maligned “ship of shame” has been undergoing maintenance for the last five years.

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National Guard mobilized to help those trapped by massive winter storm
Efforts are ongoing to get fuel to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, cut off by snow drifts.

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What a struggle I have been having. 2022 has been full of ailments and pain. I am glad to see 2023 coming.

It went from one ailment to the next. I had COVID, the flu, spinal infection, Hip pain, back pain, weakness in my legs, and other minor distractions. Am I having a pity party? Not at all. I am old as dirt, and these things come with age. I just grin and bear it.

The military has taught me to toughen things out.

I am about ready to interview a submariner. Not just any submariner, a nuclear submariner. Should be a great interview.

Keep coming back to check out other updates on my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the trenches of life. Better yet…go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will directly to your inbox.

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There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.
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1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

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Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up.

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South Korean president makes ‘audacious’ offer to North Korea in Liberation Day speech

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Military news…

This robot dog with a rocket launcher on its back is the stuff of nightmares
This is how mankind ends.

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Gunman Who Targeted FBI Office Was a Navy, National Guard Veteran with History of Violent Social Media Posts

The gunman who tried to breach the FBI’s Cincinnati office and engaged officers in a standoff that lasted hours before his death served on a nuclear submarine in the Navy and later in the National Guard.

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DeSantis Says Teaching Requirements Are ‘Too Rigid’ as Florida Moves to Let Veterans Without Degrees Teach 

Florida is issuing temporary teaching certificates to allow military veterans to teach in schools. But educators say the policy could impact teaching quality.

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Austin Pledges Military Training, Support for Baltics

The U.S. will conduct more military exercises with Baltic nations such as Latvia, and could provide more training, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Wednesday. The U.S. may send in additional troops to bolster the region against any possible threat from Russia. 

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US Is Facing a Poll Worker Shortage—New Campaign Hopes to Recruit Veterans to Fill the Gap

More than two years into the COVID-19 pandemic—and with ongoing concerns about political violence—America is facing a critical shortage of poll workers, experts say. A new national campaign hopes to see veterans and their families fill the gap.

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South Korean president makes ‘audacious’ offer to North Korea in Liberation Day speech

South Korea will provide economic incentives to North Korea if it halts its nuclear program, South Korean President Yoon Seok Youl said in a speech.

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Paratroopers ‘get down and dirty’ on multinational airborne mission from Guam to Borneo

U.S. airlifters from Japan for the first time dropped airborne troops of three armies into drop zones during an exercise this month in Indonesia.

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I am still reeling with joy after I received such a great endorsement(last post) from General Jim Jaeger retired. It gave my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life, A big boost. Thank you again General.

Come back and see other updates and changes to the book. Better yet, go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will come directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?


FEAR NOT!


There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.


If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!


Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

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Remember:


You are never alone.


You are never forsaken.


You are never unloved.


And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

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Huge Endorsement From a General, For Upcoming Military Book

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Military news…

Marines’ force revamp would demolish WWII hangar to make way for new units in Hawaii

The Marine Corps is seeking public comment on its plan to base squadrons of KC-130J cargo planes and MQ-9 Reaper drones in Hawaii, a project calling for demolition of a landmark World War II-era hangar.

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US Forces Korea sees four-month COVID-19 high as cases climb on peninsula

The U.S. military in South Korea reported a jump in new COVID-19 infections last week as the disease continued to spike again across the country.

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USS George H.W. Bush deploys for first time since 2017
The carrier’s last deployment in 2017 included service in the Arabian Gulf, where it supported missions targeting the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria as part of Operation Inherent Resolve.

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North Korea’s next nuclear test will provoke ‘entirely different’ response, South says

So far this year, North Korea has conducted 17 rounds of missile tests; it last fired an unprecedented salvo of eight short-range missiles on June 5.

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Hi-tech working ‘dogs’ make robotic paw prints while patrolling Air Force base in Texas

An Air Force base west of Dallas let the robotic dogs out to patrol the installation this month, the second base in two years to give the machines a try.

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‘New normal’: China likely to continue testing Taiwan by land and sea, security expert says

Numerous Chinese military vessels and aircraft were spotted near Taiwan on Thursday, just a day after Beijing announced the end to a weeklong series of drills around the self-governed island.

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Russia optimistic on US prisoner swap including WNBA star Griner

“Quiet diplomacy is continuing, and it should bear fruit, if of course, Washington strictly follows it without slipping into propaganda,” according to a Russian Foreign Ministry official speaking about a prisoner exchange involving WNBA star Brittney Griner.

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I promised you a big surprise today. I told you I had a incredible endorsement coming it. It came yesterday. I am so proud to be endorsed by such a high ranking officer. Here it is:

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Endorsement

Doug is a veteran turned counselor, blogger, and prayer warrior.  His most recent book provides the ammunition that we need to turn the tide in the battle against PTSD and suicide.

Doug Bolton’s “Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life” is a powerful tool in the battle against PTSD. He provides the insights that we…. that you need to stem the tide of hopelessness that many of our veterans and first responders experience.

Doug is a counselor and author, but most importantly an “encourager” who knows the daily pain and discouragement that so many experience.  You can feel Doug walking beside you acknowledging the hurt and depression.  But at the same time that he validates what you are feeling, Doug provides down to earth guidance and encouragement to move you forward.

Most importantly, Doug “walks the talk.”  Whether through his blogs or his leadership in several veteran’s organizations, Doug is engaged in this battle daily.  He is a founding member of the board of directors of Victory for Veterans actively encouraging the Board and senior leaders to raise funds and provide the tools so desperately need in the battle against PTSD.

Jim Jaeger, Brig Gen, USAF ret.

Jim Jaeger is a retired USAF Brigadier General and was the founding President of Arete Incident Response.  He continues to fight cybercrime as Partner and Senior Cyber Strategist at Arete and serves as a member of the Victory for Veterans’ board of directors.

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Doesn’t get any better than that. Thank you General for the wonderful support. Come back often to see other developments for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. Better yet, go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will come directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?


FEAR NOT!


There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.


If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!


Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

_________________________________________________________________

Remember:


You are never alone.


You are never forsaken.


You are never unloved.


And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

_______________________________________________________________

+If you like what you see, please subscribe at the top of this page where it says, “subscribe.” When you do, all future posts will come directly to your inbox. Also, if you know some else who could benefit from this site, please let them know.