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On the recordMarch 4, 2013
I believe this story, which is tragic in its own right, and is indicative of a greater problem with the system we have in place to take care of special operators when it is time for them to leave the military.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker discusses the challenges faced by veterans, particularly special operators, after service.

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