By William Taylor in RealClear Defense

Veterans Day brings Americans together to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We must reflect not only on their sacrifices but also how we support them as they return to civilian life. At Veterans Guardian, our mission is deeply rooted in empowering Veterans by providing them with the resources, guidance, and support that they deserve.

By Rob Maness in BIZ Magazine

America’s veterans have made immense sacrifices in their service to our country. While nothing can fully repay the debt we owe them, providing comprehensive Veterans Administration (VA) disability benefits is the least we can do as a nation to show our appreciation.

By Charles Cervantes in NewsMax

As war raged in Vietnam, I had good news and bad news for family and friends upon graduation from the University of Texas. The good? I graduated. The bad? I was drafted. In my 50-plus years of practicing law since then, I’ve followed veteran-related issues closely.

By Scott Vadnais in Townhall

As one of more than 5 million out of 18 million veterans who receive federal disability benefits from the Veterans Administration (VA), I pay close attention to current events on this subject for two reasons. First, such payments aren’t easy to come by and maintain, per my experience. Second, there always seems to be major changes on the near horizon -- some positive, some negative.

By Natalie Johnson in Real Clear Defense

Recent calls by former Navy SEAL Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-Wis.) for Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough to resign from his post are reigniting scrutiny of the scandal-ridden department.

By Bob Lancia in the Providence Journal

Rhode Island is fortunate to call itself home to more than 46,000 veterans. Yet, while they are deserving of our honor and respect, not all of them have been able to access the Department of Veterans Affairs disability benefits to which they are entitled.

By Alec Wade in Missouri’s Springfield News Leader

Missouri is blessed to call itself home to a vibrant community of more than 340,000 veterans. These men and women have dedicated years of their lives to serving our country with honor and it is our profound duty to ensure that they receive care and support as they transition back to civilian life. Unfortunately, reality has rarely lived up to the promise of this commitment.

By Travis Mills in Stars and Stripes

Millions served in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Thousands were injured. Five survived quadruple amputee injuries. I was one. I fought for our nation and paid dearly for it.

By Jo Ann Orr in The State Journal

Today, Kentucky’s veterans face a number of challenges when returning home. Physical and mental health injuries sustained from combat, economic and employment difficulties due to a mismatch of military skills in the civilian job market, and homelessness driven by a combination of financial instability and a lack of affordable housing are just a handful of the pressing issues returning soldiers face as they transition from the frontlines to the home front.

By Congressman Dick Schulze in Penn Live

America has a sacred duty to care for the men and women who have bravely served in our military, protecting our freedoms and fighting for liberty around the world. Unfortunately, the current support system available to former servicemembers through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has faced significant challenges in meeting this obligation.

By Rob Maness in The Hayride

Louisiana is fortunate to call itself home to over 211,000 veterans who have answered the call and selflessly defended our country. These men and women, who have served our nation in uniform deserve our utmost respect, gratitude, and particularly support when transitioning back to civilian life.

By Matthew Feehan, J.D. in Townhall

Most veterans agree that the process to obtain benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after returning home with a service-connected disability is more onerous than necessary. It can be confusing, frustrating, and discouraging to have your claim rejected and not know why.

By Manuel Rosales in Capitol Weekly

States should be able to pass laws impacting their citizens, especially while the U.S. Congress remains in constant gridlock. However, one urgent matter that needs more attention pertains to how some states, now including California, are meddling in the federal system over disability benefits for veterans.

By Travis Mills in the Portland Press Herald

A bill before the Legislature could restrict veterans' access to specialized private services, an invaluable source of support.

By Dr. William Scott Magil in The Missouri Times

Ensuring the well-being of our veterans is one of the most sacred honors with which our lawmakers are entrusted. These men and women have laid everything on the line for the safety of the Freedom and Liberty we and our nation enjoy – often at considerable personal cost. It’s not just a matter of policy but a moral imperative to support those who have served the United States with such honor and sacrifice.

By Wes Martin in St. Louis Post-Dispatch

In trying to solve a problem on caring for veterans, Missouri’s state Legislature is on track to create a bigger one.

By Bill Dieckman in the Lincoln Journal Star

Addressing the well-being of the more than 106,000 courageous individuals living in Nebraska who have served in the military, defending our nation and championing freedom, poses challenges that go back not just decades but to the Revolutionary War at our nation’s founding.

By Scott Vadnais in The Virginian-Pilot

When I retired from the Air Force nearly 20 years ago and settled in Virginia, I did what many friends did and filed for Veterans Administration (VA) disability, having suffered from injuries during 22 years of active duty worldwide.

By Lori Klein in The Arizona Daily Independent

As a former Arizona State Senator, I can attest that one of the first and foremost responsibilities of our elected officials is to provide and care for our veterans. Given their service and sacrifice in protecting the United States, often at great personal risk, my colleagues and I felt a moral and ethical obligation to watch over these individuals who had served our country in such a profound way.

By Jack Yoest in The Virginia Star

Private businesses play an indispensable role in supporting our veterans, filling critical gaps. By bringing specialized expertise and resources to complement the VA’s efforts, they provide timely and reassuring comprehensive assistance for veterans.