Category Archives: All about Veterans

VETERANS ARE LOSERS AND SUCKERS?

Posted on October 18, 2024 by asknod

I know. All the Karen’s will come out from under their rocks and tell us this is untrue. But it isn’t. It’s very easy to verify it happened. Without beating a dead horse, elections do matter. Be sure to exercise … Continue reading →

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ELECTION 2024–TAKING AMERICA’S PULSE

Posted on October 6, 2024 by asknod

In the sixteen years I’ve been writing this blog, I’ve witnessed America seemingly go off the rails. As I abhor religion and politics on this site, I have studiously avoided it for a reason and strive to concentrate exclusively on … Continue reading →

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SPECIAL MONTHLY COMPENSATION–THE LATEST JEDI KNIGHTS

Posted on September 29, 2024 by asknod

I’ve been horribly remiss in getting this article out. I apologize profusely-both to you, the readership and the latest graduates of the SMC Academy. In fact, I was waaaaay remiss (five months) in creating and printing the diplomas. As many … Continue reading →

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REMANDS- WHY WE HAVE THEM.

Posted on August 24, 2024 by asknod

I get perennial questions from every Vet when they join the asknod Army. How long is this going to take? Do we have to appeal to the Board? To the Court? Actually, there are a lot more questions but those … Continue reading →

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VA–I’LL BE YOUR HUCKLEBERRY

Posted on August 18, 2024 by asknod

We’re rapidly reaching a breaking point very similar to what I encountered when I came home from Vietnam. We have engaged in a protracted war footing for twenty years (again) and now the chickens are coming home to roost. The … Continue reading →

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BVA–GONNA BE A HEARTACHE TONIGHT

Posted on July 27, 2024 by asknod

Life is good. It’s summer. It should be good-and moreover, it should be redolent with good memories and fun. But, as the title to this blog implies, there’s gonna be a continuing heartache for a few of us due to … Continue reading →

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THE SYNDICATE–A COMPOSITE ANALYSIS

Posted on July 18, 2024 by asknod

Without divulging any names, (boy howdy do your ears just perk up) I admit joining a new think tank. We loosely call it The Syndicate although it’s far more informal than a Wounded Wallet “All Hands on Deck!” alert. Relax. … Continue reading →

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NEW BOOK–BETRAYAL OF VALOR

Posted on June 23, 2024 by asknod

I received a copy of a new book that just came out this week. Included was a cover letter  addressed to Mr. Gordon Alexander. The VA Accreditation site has me as Gordon A. Graham and the nova site has me … Continue reading →

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EXPOSED VET RADIO SHOW– THURSDAY 4/18/2024 1900 HRS (E)

Posted on April 18, 2024 by asknod

Johnbo, the proud (and only) owner of what is unarguably the one of the best, if not the premiere example, of how to do a radio show, has graciously invited me on to Exposed Vets to share my fare. I … Continue reading →

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MILESTONES– CHUCK ENGLE

Posted on February 26, 2024 by asknod

Every year, about this time, I think back on the enigma of 1st Lieutenant Charles E. Engle (promoted posthumously to Captain). I’ve watched over the last fifteen years as the Bigwigs come back and review his file and award additional … Continue reading →

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