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Group: The Bill Of Rights For American Veterans
 
 
Sign The B.R.A.V.E. Petition NOW!
Veterans return from service with a number of mental and physical health challenges - and face long waits for the benefits they’ve earned. Get Congress to make veterans' issues a priority.
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
Watch the Show!
Check out musical performances from 50 Cent and Ludacris and many more as artists and celebs come together to put on a show for our brave veterans.
 
   
 
Celebs Say Thanks!
Check out Taylor Swift, Lupe Fiasco, Katy Perry, and more as they offer their support to our veterans.
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
Send Them A Note
Writing a letter to a soldier serving overseas or a veteran who has come home can mean a lot for their morale.
 
   
 
Fight For Change
Veteran's issues are continually underfunded and overlooked. Sign the petition, but also push your congressional leaders to create change for vets!
 
   
 
Organize An Event
Find out how you can get involved with vets in your community and help organize an event that shows your support and appreciation!
 
   
 
Volunteer Your Time
Spending some time at a local VA or veteran's center can make a huge impact. Find out how you can volunteer from the USO.
 
   
 
Resources FOR Vets
Read up on all the benefits you are eligible for, and get direct access to them.
 
 
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by  thinkMTV on october 14, 2008
 
 
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Register to Vote
It's not a cliche, it's the truth. Register to vote because every ballot counts.
 
 
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Clinton & Obama Answer Young Vets
Discuss your reactions to Choose or Lose Presents: Clinton & Obama Answer the Vets
Tags: politics   Iraq   Barack Obama   Hillary Clinton   Election 2008   Afghanistan...
by  thinkMTV on march 17, 2008
Members  25 Discussions  4 Media  6
 
   
 
MTV Women Veterans
Women are veterans, too. Show all of our women who are serving, or who have ever served, how much you appreciate their service to our nation.
Tags: Women   Iraq   Military   veterans   VFW   veterans groups
by  Veterans of Foreign Wars ... on october 25, 2008
Members  10 Discussions  0 Media  11
 
   
 
MTV's True Life Series
Since its initial episode in 1998, MTV's award-winning True Life documentary series has told remarkable real-life stories of young people and the unusual subcultures...
Tags: Mental Health   depression   True Life   Alcohol   substance abuse   schizophrenia
by  thinkMTV on april 25, 2008
Members  20 Discussions  1 Media  33
 
 
About this Group
 
 
The Bill Of Rights For American Veterans Organized by thinkMTV on 10/9/2008
Location: New York, NY 10036
This is your place to show your support for America's service men and women and to thank them for laying it on the line for our country's well-being. You can also come here to sign and learn more about the BRAVE petition.
Tags: war   america   Choose Or Lose   troops   Brave   support   Bill of Rights   ...
Group URL http://think.mtv.com/Groups/BRAVE/
 
 
 
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THE NEED FOR PROGRESS IS GREATER TIEWSHAN ANY CONFLICTING V 0 6 charles75 36 days ago  by charles75 
Thank you MTV 0 29 Bunke01 52 days ago  by Bunke01 
Thanks for remember us 0 36 piolingo 53 days ago  by piolingo 
BRAVE 2 88 dmarcue123 51 days ago  by rakkasan187 
Send Your Message to Thank our Veterans here!!! 11 210 pete 52 days ago  by pocketpixie 
 
 
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'Thank You Just Doesn't Seem Like Enough'
"Stand up for our vets," James Marsden urges.
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...   BRAVE Petition...
Views 180
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'They Fought For Our Freedoms And Our Way Of Life'
Jennifer Hudson wants you to tell Washington that our troops need the disability benefits they deserve.
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Jennifer Hudson   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...
Views 343
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'Tell Washington To Give Our Veterans The Suppor...
Elizabeth Banks thanks our servicemen and -women — including two of her cousins.
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...   BRAVE Petition...
Views 49
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'Let's Give Our Troops The Support That They've G...
John Legend addresses the many issues facing young veterans, including homelessness.
Tags: john legend   MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc....
Views 128
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'You Are The Real Heroes'
"We gotta sign this BRAVE petition," Fat Joe urges.
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Fat Joe   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...   ...
Views 162
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'Now We Have To Fight For Them'
Beyonce says signing the BRAVE petition is "your chance to say thank you."
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Beyonce   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...   ...
Views 1675
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
How Can You Be BRAVE?
Young vets explain the five points of the Bill of Rights for American Veterans.
Tags: MTV Think   Military   Choose Or Lose   troops   Brave   Vets   Bill Of Rights...
Views 154
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
'We Gotta Do Something About This'
"We need a little love for the men and women who give so much for us," Wyclef Jean says.
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Wyclef Jean   FUGEES   A Night for Vets: An MTV...
Views 67
by  MTVNews on october 25, 2008
 
   
 
Johnny Cash: I AM The Nation
Johnny Cash knew we were all Americans. Your voice will be heard. VOTE November 4th.
Tags: politics   Choose Or Lose   Johnny Cash
Views 88
by  thinkMTV on october 23, 2008
 
   
 
News: Bill Of Rights For American Veterans: Bre...
The Bill of Rights for American Veterans: We break down the petition's calls to action for our next...
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Brave   petition   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...
Views 242
by  MTVNews on october 20, 2008
 
   
 
'That Fight Went On A Lot Longer Than Expected'
Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams calls for better pay for soldiers. (10.20.08)
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Destiny's Child   Michelle Williams   A Night...
Views 685
by  MTVNews on october 20, 2008
 
   
 
Secret Crowds (Live)
Angels & Airwaves perform "Secret Crowds" live
Tags: Concert   live   Angels & Airwaves   Brave   Secret Crowds
Views 3
by  thinkMTV on october 20, 2008
 
   
 
Young Vets Struggle To Find Work
One city went above and beyond to make sure returning servicemen and -women find jobs. (10.21.08)
Tags: MTV Think   Choose Or Lose   Brave   petition   Bill Of Rights For American...
Views 25
by  MTVNews on october 20, 2008
 
   
 
Pink On Taking Care Of Our Troops
MTV's Artist of the Week 10.14.08
Tags: politics   2008   election   MTV   Choose Or Lose   Interview   pink   Artist...
Views 2026
by  thinkMTV on october 15, 2008
 
   
 
News: 50 Cent, Ludacris To Perform At 'A Night ...
50 Cent, Ludacris and more will perform at "A Night for Vets: An MTV Concert for the BRAVE," airing...
Tags: Fall Out Boy   ludacris   50 Cent   Kid Rock   A Night for Vets: An MTV Conc...
Views 748
by  MTVNews on october 14, 2008
 
   
 
Blog post: Artists Support Our Veterans

From hip-hop to pop, artists of all music genres are supporting America's Veterans.

 

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Views 2405
Posted by thinkMTV on october 13, 2008 at 11:15 am
 
   
 
Lupe Fiasco : Vets Are Like You And Me
Of the more the 1.7 million veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan, most are our age.
Tags: Choose Or Lose   Lupe Fiasco   veterans
Views 16
by  Lupe Fiasco on october 13, 2008
 
   
 
Blog post: Sign The Petition! Bill of Rights fo...

 

To Sign The Petition

Click on the "SIGN" Button In The Widget Below

Choose or Lose

 

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Views 13251
Posted by thinkMTV on october 08, 2008 at 12:29 pm
 
   
 
'I Lost All The Love In My Heart'
Meet Lorenzo, an Iraq war vet who struggles with his memories of combat — and then gets the surprise...
Tags: iraq war   Sway   Kanye West   Choose Or Lose   Homecoming   Vets   veterans...
Views 1453
by  MTVNews on july 28, 2008
 
   
 
Part 1, Tirann: 'I Have A Second Chance At Life Now'
The 25-year-old vet has PTSD and gives blood just to pay his gas, but somehow he lifts Kanye's spirits...
Tags: iraq war   Kanye West   Choose Or Lose   Homecoming   Shameeka Gray   lorenzo...
Views 4356
by  MTVNews on july 28, 2008
 
 
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