Washington, Aug. 12 -- Representative Wesley Bell issued the following press release:
On Monday, Congressman Wesley Bell (D-MO-01) hosted a roundtable event for women veterans in the St. Louis region. During the discussion, the group of veterans addressed unique problems they have faced as women in a historically male-dominated field.
"Women are among the fastest-growing groups of veterans in this country," said Congressman Bell during the roundtable. "And for too long, the systems meant to serve you were built without you in mind. Too many women veterans have been asked whether they're really the veteran in the family. Too many have struggled to get health care designed for their needs. Too many have navigated the benefits process, the ...