In this discussion, Marcus Ruzek, a combat veteran and Senior Program Director at The Marcus Foundation, joins Dan Goldenberg, a retired Navy Captain leading the Call of Duty Endowment. They delve into the vital connection between veterans' well-being and national security. Key topics include the importance of supporting veterans for moral reasons, the challenges they face in transitioning to civilian life, and the urgent need for reform in veteran mental health services. Their insights emphasize that veterans are not just a burden but valuable assets for society.