As a disabled Veteran, I’ve experienced first hand many of the issues veterans and their loved ones face. I believe we must honor the brave men and women who defend our country not just with our words, but with our actions. Veterans across Georgia often have to travel too far for healthcare, for example, I would have to travel almost an hour just to get to my VA approved hospital. The claims system and transition out process can be slow and ineffective. In fact, there are Vietnam Veterans who are just now getting the benefits they deserve. That is simply unacceptable. In addition, many veterans struggle with mental health, homelessness, and challenges connecting to job retraining programs. I will work to improve these processes and cut through the red tape to make sure veterans and their families can easily connect to the services they need.