Retired Marine & Veterans Advocate - #VeteranPolicyPutInPerspective - Veterans Open Forum - Wednesday 19:00 EST - #PolicyNOTPolitics

Fairport, NY
We Are Combat News Combat News is the leading Veteran-led media platform delivering unfiltered reporting, policy intelligence and community-driven insight to those who served - and those who make decisions that impact Veterans. Founded by Veterans, we translate complex policy into clear, actionable understanding. We hold institutions accountable, elevate Veteran voices and connect a nationwide community around one principle: informed Veterans are empowered Veterans. We operate under the simple standard of Truth Over Narrative - Policy Over Politics - Veterans Over Everything. Because when Veterans are informed, they don’t just participate - They Lead. #VeteranPolicyPutInPerspective #VetsVote @sgtmitchell88 @blankcombatnews @nuke_mega63623 @RobWarnock3 @BHFRanch @ArmyMom1999 @glockman_32 @RangerDoc9 @mama2kodiak @rivera_Kathy64 @mama_aries2
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*** VETERANS OPEN FORUM *** TONIGHT 19:00 EST *** 1st HOUR RECORDED *** 2nd+ HOURS UNRECORDED *** JOIN FELLOW VETERANS *** #VeteransOpenForum #PolicyNOTPolitics #CombatNews #VeteranPolicyPutInPerspective
No veteran succeeds in a vacuum. Down in the trenches, unit cohesion wasn't just a military buzzword...it was how we adapted, solved problems, and got the job done. That exact same truth applies to life after service. ​When we isolate ourselves, we rely only on what we know. But when we step up, open the lines of communication, and start bouncing ideas off each other, everything changes. Sharing reliable, accurate information isn't just helpful...it’s vital. Whether it’s navigating benefits, brainstorming local community efforts, supporting a brother or sister in need, or launching a new path in life, we are exponentially stronger when we pool our collective wisdom. ​Every single one of us brings unique experience, perspective, and skills to the table. None of us has all the answers, but together, there isn't a challenge we can't figure out. ​That’s what coming together is all about...sharpening one another and passing along good intel so no one gets left behind. ​Tune in tonight at 1900 hours to Combat News. Join the conversation, bring your insight, bounce your ideas around, and let’s keep learning from one another. ​Iron sharpens iron. Keep connecting, keep sharing, and keep lifting each other up. 🇺🇸 ​#CombatNews #Veterans #StrongerTogether #VeteranCommunity #IronSharpensIron #PeerSupport #SharedKnowledge #VeteransOpenForum nitter.net/i/spaces/1RKZzBgBVpaKB
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Bill Adams - Combat News - CCO retweeted
No veteran succeeds in a vacuum. Down in the trenches, unit cohesion wasn't just a military buzzword...it was how we adapted, solved problems, and got the job done. That exact same truth applies to life after service. ​When we isolate ourselves, we rely only on what we know. But when we step up, open the lines of communication, and start bouncing ideas off each other, everything changes. Sharing reliable, accurate information isn't just helpful...it’s vital. Whether it’s navigating benefits, brainstorming local community efforts, supporting a brother or sister in need, or launching a new path in life, we are exponentially stronger when we pool our collective wisdom. ​Every single one of us brings unique experience, perspective, and skills to the table. None of us has all the answers, but together, there isn't a challenge we can't figure out. ​That’s what coming together is all about...sharpening one another and passing along good intel so no one gets left behind. ​Tune in tonight at 1900 hours to Combat News. Join the conversation, bring your insight, bounce your ideas around, and let’s keep learning from one another. ​Iron sharpens iron. Keep connecting, keep sharing, and keep lifting each other up. 🇺🇸 ​#CombatNews #Veterans #StrongerTogether #VeteranCommunity #IronSharpensIron #PeerSupport #SharedKnowledge #VeteransOpenForum nitter.net/i/spaces/1RKZzBgBVpaKB
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Talk is Cheap: Are Veteran Non-Profits Actually Put to the Test? ​Every day, endless non-profits and traditional veteran service organizations claim they “advocate for veterans” and stand on the frontlines for our community. But if we pull back the curtain, are we truly serving the mission or just serving our own brands? ​Look around your local posts, non-profits, and advocacy groups. You’ll notice an inspiring truth, it’s almost always the exact same core group of dedicated faces pulling the weight across multiple causes. We share the same drive, the same loyalty, and the same oath to support those who wore the uniform. Yet, despite claiming the same goal, too many groups continue to operate as isolated, competing islands. ​In this hard-hitting podcast, we’re challenging every non-profit and advocacy group that claims to support veterans to put their money where their mouth is. It’s time to stop the turf wars and high-school-style games. This isn't about which group secures the biggest grant, snaps the best photo-op, or gets the prime box seats at the local stadium. There are actual lives on the line. ​When egos, political red tape, and organizational pride block real collaboration, the only people who suffer are the veterans in crisis searching for a lifeline. A veteran reaching out for help shouldn't have to wade through bureaucracy or organizational politics, no matter which door they knock on, they deserve direct, immediate action. ​In This Episode, We Break Down How to Build a True Unified Front: ​Demolishing the Red Tape: Moving past lip service to ensure every organization offers seamless, instant support without administrative hurdles. ​Combining Resources: What happens when the group with the space pairs up with the group with the volunteers and the non-profit with the funding. ​Mission Over Brand: Recognizing that a victory for any local service group or non-profit is a win for the entire military community. ​It’s time for leadership across every advocacy group and non-profit to look in the mirror and ask: Are we here for the cause, or the applause? We already have the right people in the room, now it's time to lock arms, drop the politics, and deliver on the promise!! @5Gables @blankcombatnews @RobWarnock3 @glockman_32 @nuke_mega63623 nitter.net/i/spaces/1NxaromyVERKj
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The community is invited to stand in out of respect so he does not have to be buried alone. Veteran Being Honored: Kenneth Biggs Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Mountain Home National Cemetery 215 Heroes Dr Mountain Home (Johnson City), TN 37684
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Veterans Open Forum is an Open Group Held By Vets For Vets and Special Guests. We are Not Aligned with Any Political Party, Our Focus is Only Veteran Issues and Who Addresses Our Veteran Needs Best. We Provide a Safe Space for Veterans to Voice their Opinion About the Issues that Affect Them Most.
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Combat News is the Premier Source for Veteran Focused Reporting, Policy Breakdowns and Real World Impact Analysis. Built by Veterans, We Deliver Clarity Where Others Deliver Noise - Covering the Decisions, Systems and Stories that Directly Affect Veteran Life After Service.
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*** VETERANS OPEN FORUM *** JOIN US TONIGHT 19:30 EST *** BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION! *** *** 1st Hour Recorded... 2nd+ Hours Unrecorded *** @sgtmitchell88 @nuke_mega63623 @RobWarnock3 @blankcombatnews @BHFRanch @ArmyMom1999 @picckles1 @glockman_32 @XDS_Girl @RangerDoc9 @mama2kodiak @FS41075 @djbillyrae @ssgcommo @rivera_Kathy64
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When life hits hard and the weight feels heavy, pushing through is the only option. We all face moments where the road gets rough and feeling down feels inevitable, but staying in the fight is what defines us. Resilience isn't about never falling... it's about standing back up every single time, leaning on each other, and refusing to back down. ​Truth is, I need my fellow veterans right now...just like you all need me. We were never meant to carry these heavy loads by ourselves, and having a brotherhood and sisterhood to lean on makes all the difference when times get tough. ​That is the exact reason we are still hosting our Combat News Veterans Open Forum tonight. No matter what you're walking through right now, you don't have to face it alone. Come pull up a seat, clear your head, speak your mind, or just listen in with people who get it. ​Join us tonight....let’s keep pushing forward together! @5Gables. @blankcombatnews @ChrisCilen13366 nitter.net/i/spaces/1oKMvNlORoYGQ
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