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David Roe: “Do not imply, Mr. Secretary, I care any less about the veterans who are committing suicide. I have declared suicide…”

On the recordNovember 19, 2019
Do not imply, Mr. Secretary, I care any less about the veterans who are committing suicide. I have declared suicide prevention to be the No. 1 priority of this committee.
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David Roe
Republican · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Affirmation of commitment to veteran suicide prevention as a top priority.

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