Tim Walz actually said...

"I think as Mr. Garver said and many of us have recognized is we and our job on this side of the table is to be conscious of the societal changes and things that happened."

"Most Reserve Component members believe they are veterans after serving their country, especially for 20 years or more."

"Our Nation's veterans have sacrificed so much that we need to protect them from those kind of bad actors looking to take advantage of the benefits that they have earned and deserve."

"I support this bill but understand the reservations concerning moving the envelope on what type of service accords veteran status."