Kate Carney Kate Carney

Operation Iraqi Freedom at 20: Americans and the Iraq War

To observe the 20th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq, we surveyed 2000 Americans to explore Americans’ attitudes towards and memories of the Iraq War (2003-2011). The survey findings suggest that while the Iraq War appears remote and invisible for most Americans, there is broad support across American society to learn more about the war.

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Kate Carney Kate Carney

Americans’ Attitudes towards the Military

Based on polling of over 2,000 American adults, including 500 military veterans, this report explores Americans' views and attitudes towards the military. We find resilient confidence in the military but also signs of ideological polarization in how Americans view elements of the military, such as the effort it places on diversity and inclusion.

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Kate Carney Kate Carney

Americans’ Memories of the Afghanistan War

Based on our survey conducted among 1000 Americans and several online focus groups, this report explores Americans’ perceptions and memories of the war in Afghanistan. We find that the public shares high levels of negativity towards the war, and that an alarming narrative of “another Vietnam” is taking hold with many Americans.

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Kate Carney Kate Carney

Narratives of the Afghanistan War

The second report in our Afghanistan series, Narratives of the Afghanistan War includes new data on narratives regarding the war that are taking home among Americans. The report also includes anecdotes, quotes, and stories from veterans and from the general public surveyed as part of our research.

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Kate Carney Kate Carney

After Kabul: Veterans, America, and the End of the War in Afghanistan

Our recent large-scale national survey on the end of war in Afghanistan shows a wide gulf between veterans and the broader society, but also clear opportunities to help bridge this gap, through working together to resettle Afghan allies and creating opportunities for veterans and non-veterans to come together.

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Scott Cooper Scott Cooper

A Report on Moving Forward Together

We have surveyed our fellow Americans. We have far more in common than many believe, and veterans and military families can play an important role in finding that sense of community and a renewed faith in the institutions of our country.

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Scott Cooper Scott Cooper

Veterans Coalition for Vaccination (VCV)

We salute Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America, Student Veterans of America, & the other veteran organizations leading the way in helping toward the common goal of ensuring each American who wants the vaccine has equitable access to it.

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Scott Cooper Scott Cooper

Individual Action Guide

How can you contribute, as an individual, to building up and helping to heal a divided nation? We’ve published a guide that will help you get engaged.

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Diana Frame Diana Frame

Our Candidates’ Results

Our mission is to revitalize American democracy through servant leadership. Every single one of these candidates, whether their races ended in victory or defeat, moved us closer to that end.

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Diana Frame Diana Frame

Press Release

Nonpartisan coalition of veterans and military families launches effort to ensure a peaceful post-election period.

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Diana Frame Diana Frame

Partner Toolkit

This toolkit is intended to provide you with content to amplify your partnership with the #VetsandCitizens Initiative.

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