Policy Vets – Détails, épisodes et analyse

You've seen him on Food Network, but he is much more than a TV chef.  His support for veterans might surprise you.  

Bonnie Carroll talks about what it means to be a military survivor for American as well as foreign serving military, and how TAPS is helping around the world and in Ukraine.

Judge Halee Weinstein, an Administrative Judge for Baltimore City's District Court, discusses her role in Veteran Treatment Courts, which decrease recidivism and provide alternatives to the standard prosecution systems, while emphasizing mentorship and the special needs of veterans.

MajGen (Ret.) Kelly McKeague, the Director of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency speaks to the incredible work of recovery, remains, and identification that the DoD goes through to ensure no one is left behind.

A tribute to two great veteran advocates.

Leo Shane of Military Times discusses the community of reporting on the US Department of Veterans Affairs, the potential for medical center closures, and politics surrounding veterans issues.

Lt. Col. (Ret.) Alexander Vindman, the former Director for European Affairs for the United States National Security Council, gives us a history lesson on Ukraine and Russia, speaks to Putin's miscalculations, and talks about the power of democracy. Additionally, he talks about the dangers while giving potential outcomes regarding the current war in Ukraine.

Kerry Ward and Lisa Taylor of the Library of Congress Veterans History Project talk about the value and progress of the Veterans History Project, which is preserving the voice of veterans for the sake of ourselves, and our progeny. 

Dr. Steve Groff, Founder and Chairman of Groff North America speaks about how he became one of the first companies to sell cannabis to the Federal government, and how it will benefit veterans and others as he works to promote the study and rescheduling of the plant.

Rep. Mark Takano, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, speaks about the progress the House is making in ensuring veterans needs are taken care of. He speaks about the relation to the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act to Burn Pits, and how the 4th mission of the VA can serve to augment U.S. capabilities, even with non-veterans.