By Jane Wells | Project Leader
We are delighted to salute the 93 veterans serving in the new Congress. Of the 16 freshmen arriving on Captiol Hill this month, three are female House members: former Navy pilot Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.), former Air Force Capt. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pa.) and Navy veteran Elaine Luria (D-Va.). Our mantra has always been to value all our veterans no matter their race, gender, religious beliefs or political affiliation. Those who chose to serve in Congress deserve special respect as they continue a career of public service.
At 3 Generations we still see the need to raise awareness around issues that are of concern to many veterans: PTSD, homelessness, sexual assault, drug-dependency and LGBTQ rights. Presently two-thirds of current and former female military report they have experienced sexual harassment or assault. The same number report sexual discrimination. 11% of veterans are homeless. 17% experience some degree of PTSD. Meanwhile less than 40% of current military believe the transgender community should serve in the military, creating vulnerability for transgender recruits and veterans.
Throughout 2019 3 Generations will continue to tell the stories of veterans through our project Valuing our Veterans. It will be our special pleasure to watch the work of the 16 freshmen veterans in the 116th Congress. We thank them for their work and you for your support.
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