Why not give every honorably discharged US veteran a check for one day's pay each Veteran's Day?
967579
You have a great idea!\nBut then we would not be able to build a bridge to know where for around the cost of a Billion Dollars.\nWe would also have to cut aide to Israel from 4 Billion to like 2 Billion. That would not be fair.\nThen Israel would start nagging on the US more and get us involved in more use less wars where we would spend Trillions of Dollars
543073
As a member of the US Army for over 18 years I can say that alot of what you hear is not true. While it is true that the military has the least benefits than any other Federal Government branch. When people are discharged from Active Duty they have a 6 month window to take care of any medical conditions that have occurred. \nNow the pay leaves something to be desired. You can't work in the military for the money, unless you are miserly and live on base or post and eat in the Mess Facilities.\n  Now that I have reached a higher rank, the money is better and the housing allowances are better. Separation pay is good, if you are married. \n  I have been wounded four times in combat wiTh the US Army and have fought a medical discharge twice for the last injury to my foot. \n  Now, I have known guys that take a discharge because they don't want to fight it. Some stay in and some go. But, God willing, I will stay for as long as I can.\nBut, there will always be people who feel the US Government cheated them, It may be true or it may not. But my advice I give to all that feel that they shouldn't be discharged, is hire an attorney. I did and finally after I reached my 18th year I was saved. I got my lawyer to argue my point and to delay a hearing until I reached my 18th year, where the Military cannot discharge me, if my injury was duty related.
1112808
All vets should be treated fairly and equally. Sufficient funding should be a high priority to help all vets, not just Viet Nam vets. \n\nI tried to put on a play at the Veterans Administration site in Northport, New York and have the gross receipts of my company, NEW FIVE STAR MILLENNIUM ENTERTAINMENT, INC., go to helping the active members of the military and returning vets. I was told "NO".\n\nAnd, the reasons given to me were a smokescreen to allow the auditorium to be used for non-military political fund raising for candidates seeking public office.\n\nVeterans were pushed aside for the benefit of politics and politicians. The Northport, New York Veterans Administration is a joke.
977678
Yup.  Banks that have FDIC-insured accounts are closed today in observance of Veteran's Day.\n\nGood luck.
782588
It's pretty much up to the individual.  Back in the day (decades ago) every thing was paid for so when you got paid you had nothing to spend it on.  If you were wise you saved it, otherwise they would go on spending sprees which usually involved booze and other unmentionables.  If the individual is married it's no different than being married to someone in the military as far as the time apart is concerned.
875924
No.  You do that on your own time.  What, you want to be paid to perform your civic duty too?  Jeesh.  The polls are open till 7.  Make time and stop making excuses.
918527
anyone that had a job when called to duty should have that job when they return home. unless they quit their job to join.
132269
i was in the military and i would change the pay. you have no idea of all the crap they have to go through, and a lot of them don't get to see their families for a long time. it builds a lot of character and let's you discover your limits, but it just seems like the government takes advantage of their age and inexperience by not paying enough money.
765256
It is a day of HONOR, to our Veterans. I received many thank yous from friends and family, and it was very appreciated. A gift shouldn't be necessesary. For myself and most vets I know just knowing people remember and respect what we have done is more than enough. If someone wanted to spend money, I would tell them to donate time instead, and place flags on the graves of fallen Soldiers on Veterans day.
910957
Yes, its true.  go to military.com they will provide of a list.  Not all states, provide this service for veterans
968154
yes, Veterans' Day (a day for all - i.e. more than one - veteran)
794555
You're right. I'm a veteran. And I get sick to my stomach when his service is 'honored'. Not every veteran serves HONORABLY. And John Kerry is a DISGRACE TO ALL VETERANS.
539679
Don't you think risking your life every day is being worth to get paid well?
1062704
I work for a veterans organization and am also a veteran who received the letter.  The organization for which I work is filing a class action lawsuit on behalf of all veterans.  We are seeking $1,000 for every veteran.  Unfortunately if something happens to you, this money probably won't mean much.\n\nSo what you need to do is be diligent about protecting yourself.  Check you credit periodically.  Keep on top of your credit cards and bank accounts.  I believe each person is entitled to one free credit report per year.  There is more info at http://www.firstgov.gov/veteransinfo.shtml.
960068
golden eagle day represents pay day. i.e. the golden eagle shits  ( gold ) to-day
239722
It depends on where you are.  Visit http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/RS_OneDay.html
720035
Earn an honorable discharge.