Nassau American Legion Post 1268

Watch these veterans explain why they went to Standing Rock

“I didn’t go to war three times to see this happen to my own people on my own soil.”

People stop and stare at what these veterans do every night

Two veterans from different branches spend each evening together honoring our great country.

Why the American flag is reversed on military uniforms

Tim Marshall, the author of "Worth Dying for: The Power and Politics of Flags" explains why American flags are reversed on military uniforms.

More Americans Fought in the American Revolution Than We Thought

Our founders fought a hard, popular war for freedom.

Why Memorial Day is different from Veterans Day

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

How Effective Are PTSD Treatments for Veterans?

Though many treatments for PTSD can alleviate symptoms, veterans continue to meet the criteria for the disorder

Blessed be the Warmakers? Why Post-9/11 American Religious Leaders Must Atone

Who Profits When Our Pastors of Peace Become Enablers of War? We feel it is a hallmark of our American […]

Council Post: How Technology Is Enabling The American Dream

Although people define the "American Dream" differently, homeownership is often one of the core components that's associated with the ethos that has defined our country since the early 1930s. And emerging property technology, or "proptech," companies are both enabling and changing that dream.

How Legion Continues to Upend Our Expectations of Hero and Villain Stories

David Haller has never been the hero in Legion, so what does that mean for its final episodes?

Reflecting on the Year: Veterans for American Ideals

When I retired from the Marine Corps, like all of my friends who served, I reflected on my experience and wondered if I could find something as meaningful and important.

Shieldwall: A fun video game where you control a Roman legion

I have been loving Shieldwall, a strategy game where you and your Roman legion attempt to kick the crap out of other Roman legions! This game reminds me of a 3D Starcraft, with (thus far) a lot les…

Dazed and confused: why I love the complex world of Legion

Idiosyncratic and unique, Legion is a clear standout in Marvel’s TV canon. But does it matter that its second season was more difficult to grasp than a plume of smoke?

Study Shows Richest 0.00025% Owns More Wealth Than Bottom 150 Million Americans

"U.S. wealth concentration seems to have returned to levels last seen during the Roaring Twenties."

Answering Your Questions About Homelessness

Last month, at our first-ever Changemakers Rally, attendees had a chance to ask questions about the homelessness crisis to representatives from United Way, All Home, Amazon, Zillow, Starbucks and more. We had more questions than time to answer, however, so we’re answering them here. Check back for more over the next few weeks and ask …

Chart: 75 Years of How Americans Spend Their Money

Consumers are the foundation of the economy, and how they spend money is telling. See what's changed with how Americans spend their money over the years.

'Growing Veterans' provides crucial post-military peer support

It's an approach that's far from typical, but when it comes to healing the scars of war, local veterans say a non-profit called Growing Veterans really works.