Like many Americans, the protests and civil unrest across the country this past week have given us pause to reflect upon our great nation’s promises and ideals, as well as its injustices and shortcomings. As veterans, we have sworn to support and defend the Constitution of the United States and hold sacred the rights of all Americans whom we fought to defend during our military service. Many of our brothers and sisters-in-arms sacrificed their lives or became seriously disabled protecting the very freedoms our fellow citizens are exercising on the streets of America today, to include their rights to speak freely, peaceably assemble and petition the government as a means to redress grievances. DAV does not condone acts that exceed those rights and specifically condemns actions inciting violence, inflicting physical harm and causing damage to private and public property, such as the national World War II Memorial. We also encourage dialogue and actions that can drive the kind of meaningful, positive and lasting change that so many veterans from all backgrounds fought side-by-side to defend for past, present and future generations of Americans. In doing so, we can all help ensure the United States remains one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
DAV statement on nationwide protests and civil unrest
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Did you know that November is #NationalMiltaryFamilyMonth? We’re used to seeing veterans honored for their service, but let’s also take a moment to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions and resilience of military families. Military family members aren’t without sacrifice. Behind every veteran, there’s a family providing support and facing unique challenges. Did you also know that if you’re a family member of a veteran, you’re eligible to join DAV Auxiliary? Learn more about their community at auxiliary.dav.org.
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Dayton veterans, we’re coming for you next! DAV and RecruitMilitary are hosting a job fair on Thursday, November 7, at 11 a.m. (Eastern), at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. This event is open to veterans, military spouses, members of the National Guard and Reserves and transitioning service members. Come out and meet with dozens of employers and let US help YOU find your next career! Register now: dav.la/3zUoG89.
Tomorrow is election day! DAV encourages you, as an individual, to register to vote, to vote in elections and to actively support the candidates of your choice. However, as a DAV member, you have the responsibility to ensure your activities as a private citizen do not give the appearance that DAV supports or opposes any political candidate.