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Soldiers march in the Veterans Day parade in New York City in 2023.
Members of the US military march in the Veterans Day parade in New York City in 2023.
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'Veterans experience identity crisis. Do more than "thank you for your service."'

Robert Fabich at The Oklahoman

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Justin Klawans, The Week US

 Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and other Hollywood news. Justin has also freelanced for outlets including Collider and United Press International.