Clinton calls for GI 'Bill of Rights'

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Hillary Rodham Clinton offered a new GI Bill of Rights for men and women in uniform, arguing that Democrats can do a better job of protecting and providing for U.S. troops than the Republican administration.

"This administration is frankly unable to run a two-car parade," the Democratic presidential candidate said in a speech at the Center for American Progress, a think tank run by former Clinton White House aide John Podesta.

The New York senator, who leads early polls of Democratic contenders for the party's nomination, said she would put together a package of proposals designed to ensure troops have all the equipment they need when they're deployed, to ensure they receive proper health care, and to provide for families.

"I am here to say the buck does stop with this president and if he doesn't take responsibility, I can assure you that the next president will," the Democratic senator said Thursday.

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[Monkeyman]

1. Webb's Bill Right

[Dr Fate]

2. I like it. I'd also like to see a revamped GI Bill, and something for homeless vets.

Great start, Hill.

[The Backlash Cometh]

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[PSPS]

3. "I can assure you that the next president will"

We'll be hearing Hillary saying this phrase a lot, since she's in full-time campaign mode now.

How about restoring the "bill of rights" all americans used to enjoy? Do we have to wait for "the next president" for that too?

[aquart]

8. Yes, we do.

[journalist3072]

4. "This administration is frankly unable to run a two-car parade."

That gets my vote as THE comment of the day. Loved it!

[DeepModem Mom]

5. I love it, too! Give 'em hell, Hill! nt

[WePurrsevere]

9. It truly is a great, and sadly very accurate, quip isn't it?

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A GI Bill of Rights would be an excellent thing if it's backed with enough funds and oversight to make sure things are done right.

[rodeodance]

6. Good for you Sen. Clinton.

[IndianaGreen]

7. Don't forget the National Guard and the Reserves!

They are second class citizens!

[BleedingHeartPatriot]

10. Good. Keep reminding the people the GOP is the party which abuses our troops.

And, thanks Hillary, for addressing this shameful situation. :applause:MKJ

Now, can we have Habeas Corpus and Posse Comitus back, pretty please?

[Dr Fate]

12. Kicking- benefit of the doubt for Hill.

I may disagree with her on many things, but this I can support.

[MasonJar]

13. You just have to love it..."can't handle a two car parade." That line

alone made my day. Go, Hill, protect the troops.

[stonebone]

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