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Letter: Our men and women in uniform need your support

I take exception to the bashing of the VA medical system. While the system isn’t perfect, it is still better than the private system. Most of the employees are very conscientious and are very well-trained for the position they are in.

The problem with the VA medical system is that they are overwhelmed with more veterans needing treatment because of the recent ongoing wars. With the wars continuing, the VA system needs increased funding.

Your freedom depends on our men and women in uniform and they need your support, not criticism.

Myron Bishop, Kennewick

This story was originally published April 23, 2017 at 4:47 AM with the headline "Letter: Our men and women in uniform need your support."

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