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CNN Update: Emergency Checks for GI Bill Recipients

On Monday's CNN Newsroom, Heidi Collins follows up on the story done last Thursday with IAVA Executive Director Paul Rieckhoff on the delayed Post-9/11 GI Bill payments to student veterans.  


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IAVA in the News   

November 16

Air America: Montel Williams Highlights IAVA and Veterans Issues


November 16

VH1: O.A.R is Mobilizing Americans with "Open Up Your Arms"


November 13

Link Live: Veterans Day from Coast to Coast


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Press Releases   

November 11

High Profile Supporters, Veterans of All Generations Gather at IAVA's Third Annual Heroes Gala


November 11

Groundbreaking PSA “Camo” Released for Returning Troops Today


November 10

Hundreds of New Veterans, High Profile Supporters Come Together for Veterans Day


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Featured Blog Post

“Immeasurable Courage and Uncommon Valor”— Sgt. First Class Jared C. Monti

Courage, sacrifice, hero—three words thrown around carelessly these days. Politicians that cross party lines to force compromise on the divisive issues of our day are labeled “courageous.” A professional athlete that makes a bold play, leading his team to victory is deemed “heroic.” An actor who forgoes a big paycheck for the summer blockbuster to work on a small budget documentary is seen as making a “sacrifice.” Don’t get me wrong, these acts are worthy of admiration. But for a nation at war, using these terms irresponsibly does a big disservice to those that serve.