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Mike Michaud: “As a veteran, I don't feel like I needed to be rebooted, because I am concerned that word by itself may detract somewhat…”

On the recordJune 14, 2016
As a veteran, I don't feel like I needed to be rebooted, because I am concerned that word by itself may detract somewhat from the decision that our young men and women are making to serve their country.
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Mike Michaud
Democratic · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Michaud expresses concern over the term 'reboot' regarding veterans transitioning to civilian life.

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