PBS NewsHour

Iraq and Afghanistan veterans express pain and pride of war

Clip: Season 2014 | 9m 13s

According to a new survey, 89 percent of Iraq and Afghanistan War veterans say they would join the military again, while also reporting a spike in suicide, reduced physical wellness and feelings of disconnection. Gwen Ifill talks to two veterans, Tom Tarantino of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America and Nathan Smith of Hire Heroes USA, as well as Rajiv Chandrasekaran of The Washington Post.

Aired: 03/31/14

Rating: NR

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