Too often we've not provided the veterans the care and the benefits that they've earned and deserve, particularly those exposed to toxic substance while serving in uniform. We had the opportunity this week, finally to change that. This week in the Senate, we're on the verge of passing the most comprehensive expansion of benefits for veterans who face toxic exposure in our nation's history. Providing health care and benefits for veterans who suffer from toxic exposure is a cost of going to war. (00:38–00:48)
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