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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 24 MIN

Why do veterans self-harm double after VA cuts?

from Solving America's Problems

Veterans face a fatal lag in support. Self-harm attempts doubled after a 67% cut to Veterans Administration funding. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with former Congresswoman Marie Newman. She pushes for proactive health and wellness aid for vets. They cover system inefficiencies, political corruption, and ways to cut money's influence. Discussions hit on economic gaps too. Timestamps:(00:00) Veterans need preemptive care – self-harm doubled since 67% VA cuts(06:15) Government wastes resources – inefficiencies drive up veteran suffering(10:21) Money poisons decisions – financial ties block fair veteran aid(11:24) Donations warp policy – corruption lets veteran needs lag behind(12:22) Courts favor insiders – rules protect power over public good(13:27) Conflicts erode trust – politicians' ties hurt veteran support(14:13) Stock education shapes views – personal paths reveal system flaws(15:17) Congress trades stocks freely – bans could cut economic inequity(19:01) Wealth gaps hit hardest – inequity fuels veteran health crisesConnect:Marie Newman – Website | Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | Substack🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X

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Veterans face a fatal lag in support. Self-harm attempts doubled after a 67% cut to Veterans Administration funding. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with former Congresswoman Marie Newman. She pushes for proactive health and wellness...

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