His campaign opened cans of worms that he seems likely to blithely ignore.
2016
Maine employers say hiring veterans is more than a public service – it’s good for the bottom line
Business owners say former military people show more leadership qualities.
His nonprofit, One Warrior Won, wields dog power against PTSD
After Richard Brewer of Falmouth learns how much it helps, he connects other veterans with service dogs.
PTSD puts veterans back in war even while at home
Three Maine vets talk about what they saw, heard, smelled and felt in Iraq and Afghanistan because it helps them move on.
He harnesses strong emotions in fight for veterans’ rights
Steven SanPedro works to protect benefits and connect vets to services – and to their communities.
Farms offer troubled veterans a place to start over
Jerry Ireland of Swanville helps veterans get fresh starts on Maine farms.
Honor Flight founder brings fellow Maine veterans to D.C.
Earl Morse started the program in Ohio, and since moving here has helped expand opportunities for Maine veterans to visit war memorials in Washington.
He wanted to be a veterinarian. He ended up a veteran.
The war left Rob Boudewijn wanting to help those with PTSD and to advocate for peace.
Military service helped him find his life’s calling
Former Marine Mark Balfantz was inspired to serve his community by the camaraderie he experienced in the military.
He urges opening up as a way to heal deep war wounds
Bryan Noyes of Portland’s VFW has learned that sharing his difficulties as well as his successes builds trust with other vets.