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Adelita Grijalva and Yassamin Ansari smiling side by side over a yellow and blue graphic reading "Primary Winners" with the state of Arizona outlined, above their names in bold white text.
Three individuals are featured against a teal background with stars. The text "Veterans Endorse" is displayed above an outline of Minnesota. Names listed are Ilhan Omar, Betty McCollum, and Kelly Morrison.
A person in a suit and glasses is speaking in front of a backdrop featuring a section of the U.S. Capitol building. Overlaid text reads, "They are in charge but can not govern. - Jim McGovern." The image includes the logo of Common Defense at the bottom.
Tweet by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna discussing changes needed for the VA bill. Mentions signing a discharge petition to bring the Major Richard Star Act to the floor. Advocates for full disability pay eligibility for all veterans without offsets. Date: July 14.
The image is a poster with six portraits of people, each labeled with names and political titles. The background has a distressed texture. Text at the bottom states, "A Vote for TCAVA is a Vote Against Veterans." Logos and graphics are featured behind the portraits, and a small "Common Defense" logo is in the upper right corner.
The image features two people smiling against a background with stars and stripes. The text reads "Veterans Endorse" above a silhouette of Arizona, and below it are the names Adelita Grijalva and Yassamin Ansari.
A statement by Common Defense expressing opposition to a July 1 letter from House Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost and Representative Jack Bergman. The letter, published on journalist Elizabeth Hartman's Substack, asks the Department of Veterans Affairs to consider whether the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) should retain federal accreditation for representing veterans in benefits claims. The statement is dated July 9, 2026, and includes the Common Defense logo.
The image features the Statue of Liberty with a flowing American flag in the background. The text reads "Happy Independence Day" with additional phrases "Common Defense" and "250 King Free" accompanied by three stars.
The image has text stating: "I'm a Disabled Vietnam Vet. with T.B.I., and I NEED the VA. Please leave us alone." Below, it attributes the quote to "Common Defense Member in Florida." There are decorative elements, including stars and a seal with "NOT FOR SALE."
This image features a person wearing a suit, smiling, with a lapel pin and standing outdoors. The text on the image reads: "Veterans Endorse Donavan McKinney" and "Common Defense." A graphic of the state of Michigan is also included.
Yellow background with six stars arranged in a triangle at the top. Text in blue reads: “I lost my longtime psychiatrist through the VA recently, and I have also been experiencing long wait times for fertility care, which is in conflict with the administration’s ‘pro-family’ agenda. Happy to talk with a reporter directly - Common Defense Member in Virginia.” A badge at the bottom says “NOT FOR SALE” with the Department of Veterans Affairs seal faintly in the background.
Image of a person smiling, with text reading 'Veterans Endorse Pat Ryan' over a red silhouette of New York State. The bottom contains the 'Common Defense' logo.
A poster titled "Common Defense Leads Coalition of 15 Veteran Organizations in Opposition of TCAVA" dated June 22, 2026. The text discusses a letter to Congress opposing the removal of Section 108 from the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act. It argues against cutting veterans' benefits, citing potential financial impacts. The "Common Defense" logo is at the bottom.
Common Defense graphic with a smiling portrait of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in a dark blazer, framed like a photo against a navy and teal background of faint stars. Bold text reads "Veterans Endorse Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez" over a red silhouette of New York State. The Common Defense flag logo sits in the lower left corner.
A graphic with yellow text on a blue background featuring stars. The text reads: "Appointments with my mental health provider frequently get canceled, and I have to reschedule. He has told me that he has 900 patients. I'm glad I only have ADHD and not severe PTSD." The bottom right includes the text "- Common Defense Member in Texas." A logo with "Not For Sale" is at the bottom left.
A bold and colorful poster featuring the text "Celebrating Juneteenth" with "June" in blue and "Teenth" in red, separated by a star within a burst design. Below, it reads "June 19 | Freedom Day." At the bottom, the logo for Common Defense is displayed.
I'm sorry, I can’t identify or describe individuals in images. The image includes text that says "Veterans Endorse Jamie Raskin" and "Common Defense," with a background featuring a map-like silhouette.
Claire Valdez, Brad Lander, and Darializa Avila Chevalier stand together above a red New York State silhouette, with the Common Defense logo. Text reads: Veterans Endorse. Lander, Valdez, Chevalier.
A poster featuring a quote about the vital role of the VA (Veterans Affairs) in providing care, support, and medication, helping with lingering pain, breathing issues, and PTSD. The poster includes the seal of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and a label saying "Not for Sale." It attributes the quote to a Common Defense member from Pennsylvania.
Yellow text on a dark blue background with a circular emblem at the bottom right. Stars are arranged in a circle above the text. Main text describes a personal account of slowed and delayed care impacting mental health and therapy. It mentions six years of service to the country and criticizes the situation as a direct attack on that service. A "Not For Sale" sticker is placed at the bottom left.
Yellow poster with five stars above bold blue text: "I waited seven months to see a VA psychologist. We cannot fire more providers when we don’t have enough anyway!" At the bottom, it states, "- Common Defense Member in California." An emblem and "Not For Sale" label are in the lower corner.
A person in a denim jacket is set against a backdrop featuring an American flag. The text reads, "Veterans Endorse Dan Osborn" with a red silhouette of a state, and "Common Defense" at the bottom.
A person is speaking into a megaphone during a protest. They are wearing a cap and a "Veterans for Peace" hoodie. Nearby, another individual holds a sign that reads "No War With Iran," detailing costs and lives affected. A Veterans for Peace flag is visible in the background.
Silhouette of a person saluting in front of an American flag background, with "Women Veterans Day" and "Common Defense" text displayed.
A cartoon character is presented with two buttons: "Raise Israel threat level to 'critical'" and "Get in bed with Israel's military." Below, a person in a suit is giving a thumbs-up.
Yellow text on a blue background details a testimonial from a Common Defense member in California, praising the VA for diagnosing their pain, identifying bilateral patellar tendonitis, and finding cell mutations in their stomach. A "Not For Sale" emblem and VA seal are at the bottom.
The image features a dark blue background with a quote about the challenges faced by a veteran in receiving care from the VA. It mentions MST, sexual orientation, women, and LGBT veterans. A yellow "Not For Sale" label and a faint outline of a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs logo are at the bottom. An attribution at the end states "Common Defense Member in Pennsylvania.
The image is a graphic with text about Congress reasserting authority to end war activities associated with Trump. It highlights bipartisan efforts to stop a potential war with Iran. The text indicates the importance of congressional power and features the logo of "Common Defense."
A person in a suit appears in front of an image of the U.S. Capitol building. A large text overlay reads, "House votes to rein in Trump over war in Iran.” Below, additional text explains a House measure passed to require President Trump to end the war with Iran without congressional authorization. The caption notes it is the first time this has happened. At the bottom, the text credits the article to Caitlin Yilek, dated June 3, 2023, from CBS News, alongside the Common Defense logo.
This image is a promotional poster for an event titled "Save Our VA: A Conversation with Leaders in the Fight to Stop the VA from Privatization." It features photos of four individuals: Steve Early, Suzanne Gordon, Victor LaGroon, and Rory Fanning. The event details are Tuesday, June 9th at 7:00 pm at Pilsen Community Books, 1531 W 18th St, Chicago, IL. The poster includes logos of sponsors: AFGE, Common Defense, and About Face.
Yellow background with a quote about difficulty accessing mental health care for PTSD. It mentions long wait times for appointments, specifically two months. There's a seal at the bottom reading "Not For Sale" from the Department of Veterans Affairs, with attribution to a Common Defense member in Washington. Five stars are arranged at the top.
A person in a suit stands at a podium, looking to the side, with a serious expression. In the foreground, another person is slightly blurred. The image includes an overlay text about a Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation into the Pentagon's evaluation of civilian personnel reductions.
A person speaking in front of a flag, with a caption about a federal court ruling on the Trump administration's military transgender ban. The bottom of the image displays a logo for Common Defense and credit to Melissa Quinn and Jacob Rosen from CBS News.
A surreal digital figure is in front of a background featuring fluctuating numerical stock data. Overlaid is a tweet from @unusual_whales discussing a $9.7 billion Pentagon software contract won by Dell. It mentions significant Dell stock purchases, including some by Trump, and a May 8th statement: "Go out and buy a Dell.
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The image is a campaign poster featuring Cori Bush, with two portraits of them in professional attire. A sign with the shape of Missouri reads "Veterans Endorse Cori Bush" and includes the logo for "Common Defense." The background is a muted star pattern.
A promotional poster for a "Veterans & Military Family Meet & Greet with Zach Wahls" event. The location is Big Grove Brewery, 555 17th St, Des Moines, Iowa. The background features an outdoor scene, with a smiling individual in front. There's an outline of Iowa on the poster. Hosted by Common Defense.
A solemn Memorial Day tribute image featuring a rifle with a helmet on top and dog tags hanging from the rifle. The background includes the faded text "Some Gave All." At the bottom, the text reads "Honoring the Fallen Memorial Day" with the "Common Defense" logo.
Poster for a town hall event titled "Your Vote, Your Courts: A Town Hall with Justice Anita Earls" at the American Legion Post 6 in Chapel Hill, NC, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Hosted by Common Defense and Veterans for Responsible Leadership. Background features a courthouse facade with "Law and Justice" inscribed.
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A person smiling in front of a graphic featuring the outline of Iowa. Text reads, "Veterans Endorse Zach Wahls" and "Common Defense" with a logo. The background has a subtle American flag pattern.
Four individuals are pictured side by side against a blue background. Below them is a graphic of the state of Pennsylvania with the text "Common Defense." At the bottom, names are listed: Scanlon, Houlahan, Lee, Deluzio.