I think there is a difference between being a veteran that is injured or mentally ill or in need of posttraumatic care, and a member of the military, that's still in the military, that needs hospitalization and care and the like.
Domenici discusses the distinction between veterans and active military care needs.
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I think you raise a good point. We have to be careful about the issue you raised. It is a serious one.
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