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[–] [email protected] 9 points 4 days ago* (last edited 4 days ago) (1 children)

An astounding amount of cushy government jobs and social programs went to veterans .

[–] [email protected] 13 points 4 days ago

Some cushy sure, but I worked at the VA as a contractor. Most had served their time and were using the skills taught.

Doesn't take long to get Veteran status. Combat Vets are a different animal, though.