Perhaps stepping forward is the wisest choice.

I am a veteran of the Iraq War. After retiring from military service, I worked at the VA, where I put in a lot of hard work and built strong relationships with my colleagues. However, last week, I was told by personnel management that I was being fired. I was completely shocked, as I had done nothing wrong.

I had supported Trump in the past, but after he took office, I began to notice that many of his policies seemed to target individuals like me—supporters who found themselves laid off. Now, I’m in a difficult situation. I have two children to support, and I don’t even know how to explain this to my wife. It feels unjust, and I’m unsure where to turn next.

I recently saw a post on X about a march on Washington for veterans on March 14. I’m considering joining, as it seems like a way to stand up for those of us who feel unheard.