Veteran Larry Severs and his wife Pam.

Veterans and the Economic Downturn

From: KLCC
Length: 07:15

This story looks at the plight of veterans during the economic downturn through the experience of an Oregon family. Read the full description.

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From: KLCC

Vet_larry_kisses_pam_small Suggested Lede (and description):

For people coming out of the military, the economic downturn makes an already difficult situation even harder. KLCC's Tiffany Eckert profiles an Oregon veteran and his wife. They were homeless, but found success becasue of a network of social service organizations and their own refusal to give up hope.

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Piece Description

Suggested Lede (and description):

For people coming out of the military, the economic downturn makes an already difficult situation even harder. KLCC's Tiffany Eckert profiles an Oregon veteran and his wife. They were homeless, but found success becasue of a network of social service organizations and their own refusal to give up hope.