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Sometimes you gotta SIT in it baby. Sit in that pain. Sit in that lesson. Sit in that loss. Sit in that job. Sit in silence… just SIT with God.

Warriors brought their voices to Capitol Hill during Operation Advocacy in Washington, D.C. They met with lawmakers to advocate for policies that strengthen support for veterans and their families, including the Major Richard Star Act, expanded mental health care, and solutions to veteran homelessness. Because when warriors speak, leaders listen. Now it's your turn to speak out! Send a message to Congress about any of the bills we're supporting: woundedwarriorproject.quorum.us

Life may feel heavy for you right now. It might seem like there is no way to overcome the adversity you are facing. Don’t let it break you. Don’t let it make you quit. Get up. Get back to work. You were built for this and God has your back. You will overcome this challenge.

Be ready. The right opportunity will present itself to you soon.

“Look! Those who are last will be first and those who are first will be last.”” Luke 13:30 CEB

We continue to highlight state action in support of veterans. In a show of commitment to those who served, Alabama lawmakers introduced HR 58, a state resolution urging congressional passage of the Major Richard Star Act. The measure underscores the needs of 1,482 veterans in the state and reflects how local initiatives can help drive broader federal progress. We encourage @GovernorKayIvey to support this resolution and continue advancing efforts that ensure veterans in Alabama—and across the country—receive the benefits they have earned. #MajorRichardStarAct

Kendrick Simpkins, arrived at @WKUFootball was team captain as true freshman leading to @BUFootball 2024-25, slot corner with physical demeanor and could make video on tackling technique #nfldraft open.spreaker.com/A4NZ/wokrjh7a

Want to know the ACTUAL facts about the #MajorRichardStarAct? Check out the Star Act Alliance webpage for fact sheets, handouts & more info on how to support America's combat-injured veterans! wwp.news/4rGhscJ

Today at the joint House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs VSO hearing, @WWP CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Walt Piatt highlighted three of WWP’s nine legislative priorities for the year—and the legislation needed to advance them: Honor the promise to those who served by passing the Major Richard Star Act this year. Veterans should not be denied access to the benefits they have earned. End veteran suicide by expanding research into innovative therapies that can save lives. Congress can help by passing the Innovative Therapies Centers of Excellence Act. End veteran homelessness by ensuring disability compensation never stands in the way of housing by passing the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act. Grateful for the opportunity to testify and to continue working with Congress on issues impacting veterans. The full written comments can be found here: woundedwarriorproject.org/media/dsrj5cnk…

I was given the charge to lead as a Warrior Advocate Leader (WAL). Team One comprised of two warriors from Alabama & three warriors from Georgia. Yesterday was day three, 125 Warriors had boots on the ground! We advocated for past, current, and future veterans. #WWPadvocacy

Yesterday, our warriors took to Capitol Hill for day three of Operation Advocacy Fly-In 2026. From meetings in the House to conversations in the Senate, they showed up with purpose—sharing their lived experiences and advocating for the needs of veterans and their families. Thank you to our warriors for amplifying the voices of all who have served and for continuing the mission through advocacy. Many stories, one voice. #WWPadvocacy

The introduction of H.R. 58 in the Alabama State Legislature — urging Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act — shows state leaders understand what’s at stake when veterans are denied the benefits they’ve earned. Thank you @SenKatieBritt for supporting S. 1032 at the federal level, and we encourage other Alabama members of Congress to do the same. 54,000 veterans nationwide are counting on action. #MajorRichardStarAct

In a show of commitment to those who served, Alabama lawmakers introduced HR 58, a state resolution which urges congressional passage of the Major Richard Star Act. The measure underscores the needs of 1,482 veterans in the state and reflects how local initiatives can help spark broader federal change. We also encourage @GovernorKayIvey to support this resolution in Alabama and champion similar efforts across the country in support of veterans nationwide. #MajorRichardStarAct

States across the country are continuing to stand up for veterans! The Alabama General Assembly has recently introduced HR 58, a state resolution urging Congress to pass the Major Richard Star Act. @WWP thanks Alabama State Representative Penni McClammy for introducing this resolution. Veterans should no longer be denied the benefits they have earned. #MajorRichardStarAct

.@WWP Operation Advocacy Fly-In 2026 is officially underway! Yesterday was an exciting first full day as Warrior Advocate Leaders had the opportunity to reconnect, learn, and hit Capitol Hill – all in preparation for an amazing week focused on turning lived experiences into meaningful change for veterans. #WWPadvocacy

Kendrick Simpkins is a DB who started his career at WKU and finished his final season at Baylor University. 149 career tackles, 7 PBUs, 7.5 sacks, 7 Force Fumbles He led all dbs in the nation in sacks in 2023 & was C-USA safety of the year in 2023 Welcome to Show Me Sportz!

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