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On the recordApril 17, 2013
Shouldn't we be looking not at the transition point from active service to another service, but actually the point of induction, or basic training?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Reed emphasizes the need to focus on veterans' support from the start of their service.

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