#StillServing: The VFW Podcast10 Tammi 2025

Getting the Inside Scoop

In this latest episode of #StillServing, host Rob Couture dives into critical discussions about the VFW's advocacy efforts and achievements, joined by an insightful panel of guests. From legislative wins to empowering student veterans, this episode highlights how the VFW continues to make an impact for veterans nationwide.

Featured Guests:

Kristina Keenan – Deputy Director, National Legislative Service
Joe Grassi – Associate Director, National Legislative Service
Brittany Dymond Murray – Associate Director, VFW Communications & Public Affairs

Episode Highlights:

[10:38] Legislative Wins: Celebrating the passage of the Dole Act and its enhancements to veteran caregiver programs, along with the groundbreaking Not Just a Number Act, aimed at improving suicide prevention efforts through data-driven insights.
[26:22] Success at SVA's NatCon: The VFW's presence at the Student Veterans of America convention led to over 200 new members joining the organization.
[29:57] Action Corps Weekly: Joe Grassi discusses the powerful information included in the Action Corps Weekly newsletter.
[55:45] The Power of Advocacy: Insights into the VFW's role in championing vital legislation and fostering collaboration among veteran service organizations to improve veterans' quality of life. Discussion of the upcoming VFW Washington Conference in March.

Join us for engaging stories, impactful conversations, and inspiring advocacy updates — because the VFW is always #StillServing.

For more information or to continue the conversation, please visit:

Veterans of Foreign Wars Website

VFW Podcast Page

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