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I have much to say about this, not the least of which is that the military recruits by seeking out young people who need money or training in areas that aren’t all known for being super well educated. It’s also only approx 60/40 conservative/liberal. www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
Military veterans remain a Republican group, backing Trump over Harris by wide margin
Veteran voters have long been more likely to align themselves with the Republican Party than the Democratic Party.
www.pewresearch.org
October 11, 2025 at 1:18 AM
I have much to say about this, not the least of which is that the military recruits by seeking out young people who need money or training in areas that aren’t all known for being super well educated. It’s also only approx 60/40 conservative/liberal. www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/...
And according to a 2024 DOL VETS report, military spouses who are able to find jobs earn approximately 38% less than their nonmilitary peers.
These families are facing so much economic uncertainty even in normal circumstances. This shutdown is crushing them. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...
These families are facing so much economic uncertainty even in normal circumstances. This shutdown is crushing them. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...
The Dismal Career Opportunities for Military Spouses
For the partners of America’s active-duty service members, finding a stable, well-paid job is often impossible.
www.theatlantic.com
October 10, 2025 at 8:26 PM
And according to a 2024 DOL VETS report, military spouses who are able to find jobs earn approximately 38% less than their nonmilitary peers.
These families are facing so much economic uncertainty even in normal circumstances. This shutdown is crushing them. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...
These families are facing so much economic uncertainty even in normal circumstances. This shutdown is crushing them. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...
The milspouse unemployment rate is approximately 6x the national average, and nearly two-thirds of military families already report "stress due to their current financial situation." They also report difficulty making ends meet at twice the rate of civilians. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...
The Dismal Career Opportunities for Military Spouses
For the partners of America’s active-duty service members, finding a stable, well-paid job is often impossible.
www.theatlantic.com
October 10, 2025 at 8:25 PM
The milspouse unemployment rate is approximately 6x the national average, and nearly two-thirds of military families already report "stress due to their current financial situation." They also report difficulty making ends meet at twice the rate of civilians. www.theatlantic.com/family/archi...