Honor our Vets
We need to plan and execute a speedy withdrawal from Iraq; staying the course is not an option. The US should coordinate planning and assist in a multi-national rebuilding Iraq.
In Congress, I will work to develop and fully fund programs to provide support for our returning vets, particularly those who have been wounded. Returned and returning National Guard need equal access to veterans benefits afforded the other branches of our military service.
Veterans and their families need to know the existing benefits for which they are already eligible. As your representative, I will work in Congress to be sure that veterans get their benefits.
If you are a veteran, widow, or dependent, you may be eligible for a Department of Veterans Affairs pension if they meet certain requirements, including but not limited to the following:Veterans must have served during a time of war, even if not in combat, and they must be either permanently disabled or 65 or older. In addition, their incomes must fall under a certain level. Widows of veterans can also apply, although their incomes must be even lower.
If you are a veteran and think you may qualify for the benefit, go to the VA's Web site: www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Milsvc/Docs/Pensoneg.doc
If you are a widow of a veteran, go here:www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Milsvc/Docs/Dpeneg.doc
The VA also has a toll-free number for more information: 1-800-827-1000.