More than words

This Memorial Day was marked by speeches, ceremonies and concerts. The President spoke at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Tombstones around the country were decorated with flags and flowers. Some grave sites were marked with personal gifts.

The words were nice and so were the tributes.

Veterans, however, often need more than words.

They need assistance in returning to civilian life. They need decompression time. They may need medical care.

And, often not stated, they need a national policy that gives them the opportunity to accomplish their mission. The wars in...