First let's take a minute to remember ALL of America's war dead and wounded on this upcoming Memorial Day. Then let's reflect on the sad fact that African American men who put themselves in harms way for THEIR COUNTRY still face discrimination when seeking the health care that they are guaranteed. Now as a former soldier I know what a joke the VA Hospitals can be and it's hard for anyone to get just plain satisfactory care there. Now imagine if race becomes a factor in receiving care in an already badly run system. Read more on this story by using the link below:
26 May Black war veterans face discrimination
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