Posted on 11/11/2025 1:33:24 PM PST by CondoleezzaProtege
A somber Veterans Day ceremony outside the historic courthouse in downtown Howell Tuesday morning, where several local dignitaries reminded the public to never forget, and never leave a fellow solider behind.
One of the biggest challenges facing local veteran groups is the rising number of veteran suicides, along with post traumatic stress syndrome.
"We, after service, can feel isolated and removed from those that we've been so close with. That's why, as an American Legion Post here in Howell, one of our missions is to be there for each other, to invite veterans in, as well as their families, to give that sense of comradery and provide a sense of service after military service," Post 141 Commander Laura Goldthwait told WHMI News.
She said the American Legion's "Be the One" initiative specifically addresses veteran suicide.
Commander Goldthwait urges anyone suffering from suicidal thoughts, or maybe it's a veteran in your family, to reach out to any local Legion, VFW or Livingston County Veteran Services for help.
"Most importantly is the health care," said Ramon Baca, veteran services director. "Our biggest challenge is just ensuring all Livingston County residents know about our office. We can help them determine if they're going to qualify for benefits, or not."
"A lot of times people discount themselves, but I'd rather let my veteran service officers help navigate the system so they can indeed get connected."
(Excerpt) Read more at whmi.com ...
These people cannot blame the military service for their issues. Most had to have their own issues going in. Still we do owe them. What’s needed are fewer commitments overseas on behalf of governments that are corrupt. A lesser need for infantrymen would produce fewer veterans. Dismantle the VA medical system and turn the vets over to HMO’s.
Maybe it would help if we repatriated those tech and manufacturing jobs that we offshored. The idea that patriots could have chosen communist slave labor over American Vets, even to save a few dollars, is appalling.
Sending them to shrinks will only make things worse. They will be put on drugs that greatly increase the chances of suicide and homicidal behavior.
And also lose their 2nd amendment rights. Red flag laws and all.
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