The VA is not the only problem. Veterans service organizations are failing us, too
Those of us acquainted with military life know that Veterans Service Organizations are supposed to help us when we get out of service.
TL;DR
- Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) are intended to help veterans transition out of service.
- The author criticizes VSOs, particularly the VFW, for failing veterans and hindering progress.
- The VFW lobbied against the "Take Care of Veterans Act," which aimed to improve veteran care.
- The VFW used controversial tactics, including a T-shirt campaign, to oppose the bill.
- The author argues that VSOs, like the VA, are part of a broken system that needs reform.
- The author suggests VSOs may prioritize their own interests over those of veterans.
- The article emphasizes that veterans and their families deserve better advocacy and care.