November 11 is Veterans Day, a day set aside each year to recognize the dedication and sacrifice of America’s military veterans. Veterans Day was first celebrated on this date in 1919, under the name of Armistice Day. The holiday was…
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The forgotten history of Veterans Day and what it commemorates
It’s Veteran’s Day and the VA scandal continues
Today is Veteran’s Day, so allow me to take this opportunity to offer my gratitude to the men and women who have served, or are now serving, in the military. Your service is appreciated more than I you will ever…
From the battlefield to the oilfield: Energy jobs for veterans
One-and-a-half million to 2 million men and women served in America’s defense during the Global War on Terror. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, 250,000 service members enter civilian life each year—and that number will rise with the…
Conservative Comedy 11/15/13
As John McCain would say, Allahu Akbar It’s Friday! That means it’s time for some Conservative Comedy at the Strident Conservative. As I do every Friday, I bring you some of the best Conservative political satire on the internet, sure…
Ronald Reagan: A Soldiers Pledge
As we remember those who serve and have served our country, I wanted to find something that tells us a little about the motivation behind the sacrifices made by our military men and women. I found it in the speech…