Disabled Veterans get Bipartisan National Support
Throughout March news stories on veterans and disabled veterans have increased awareness on veterans’ issues.
A veteran of the U.S. Army, Ed Acevedo, is currently biking across the United States, from Florida to California, to raise awareness and money to help disabled veterans. Through his Web site, www.bike4vets.org, contributions can be made to seven designated
charities that help disabled veterans and their families. Acevedo told Compliance News that “Disabled veterans have learned to overcome many obstacles on their road to recovery. They already possess far more tools than they realize. The experience, discipline, and resourcefulness they have acquired makes them ideally suited to excel in today’s business environment.”
During the first week of his ride, Acevedo wrote, “At the beginning of the trip, I am joined by my old friend from High School, Diego Mera. He is an Army veteran and now works for the Navy in Orlando. Diego has taken three days to cycle with me on my trip.” He encourages other veterans to join the ride across the country.
In some states, new facilities to aid veterans are opening but more must be done.
On Sunday, Veterans Affairs Secretary R. James Nicholson opened the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Colorado. He told the assembled audience of 100 veterans of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, “There is controversy about this war, but there is no controversy about you.” We owe tremendous gratitude to all of those who have worn the uniform.
During the first week of his ride, Acevedo wrote, “At the beginning of the trip, I am joined by my old friend from High School, Diego Mera. He is an Army veteran and now works for the Navy in Orlando. Diego has taken three days to cycle with me on my trip.” He encourages other veterans to join the ride across the country.
In some states, new facilities to aid veterans are opening but more must be done.
On Sunday, Veterans Affairs Secretary R. James Nicholson opened the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in Colorado. He told the assembled audience of 100 veterans of operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, “There is controversy about this war, but there is no controversy about you.” We owe tremendous gratitude to all of those who have worn the uniform.
The House of Representatives has also acted to provide more support for veterans with a Wounded Warrior Assistance Act, approved 426 to 0. Reacting to the Walter Reed Army Medical Center scandal, the bill creates a group of case managers, advocates and counselors for injured troops returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Our young men and women returning from service need our support in making the transition back home and to V.A. programs.
