Whatever the issue, wherever we are needed, we will fight for the values and oath we swore to uphold. We are committed to ensuring that liberty and justice can truly be for all.
Members
Actions Taken
Trump is trying to gut veteran healthcare for billionaire tax breaks. We’re fighting back to protect the care veterans were promised and deserve.
Forced the regime to back down on 37% of proposed VA cuts
Mobilizing veterans nationwide against healthcare privatization
Exposing the betrayal of America's veterans for billionaire tax breaks
Keeping pressure on to prevent any permanent cuts from passing
Trump is deploying masked federal agents and troops into our neighborhoods. As veterans, we know this isn’t what we swore an oath to defend.
Exposing the use of military troops against American civilians
Speaking out against treating our communities like occupied zones
Defending our oath to protect Americans, not intimidate them
Resisting the authoritarian use of service members as political pawns
We swore an oath to the Constitution, not a wannabe dictator. We’ve been fighting Trump’s authoritarianism since 2016—and we’re not stopping now.
Resisting Trump's power grabs and authoritarian tactics since 2016
Honoring our oath to defend the Constitution against tyrants
Exposing a draft-dodger who thinks he's above the law
Mobilizing veterans nationwide to save our democracy
When veterans organize, we win. Here's how we've fought back against authoritarianism and built political power for our communities.
We worked tirelessly throughout 2019 to build the political power to impeach Donald Trump for abusing the office of the President and selling out our allies.
Built political power through countless meetings and town halls to impeach Trump
Convinced enough members of Congress to hold Trump accountable for abusing power
Successfully ensured Trump became the only president impeached twice
Exposed Republicans who chose loyalty to a demagogue over their constitutional oath
Opposing unjust war is baked into our DNA at Common Defense. That’s why in 2019 we launched our End the Forever War campaign to finally bring America’s longest war, the Afghanistan War, to a long overdue close.
Built political will to end America's 20-year Afghanistan War through national advocacy
Secured commitments from dozens of Congressional members and majority of 2020 Presidential candidates
Organized dozens of veteran lobby visits across the country to pressure lawmakers
Continuing to advocate for repealing the 1991 and 2002 AUMFs and a people-centered foreign policy
Veterans and their families from every walk of life and every era of service have found a political home here at Common Defense. Here’s just a few of those stories.
Ready to make a difference and stand alongside veterans and military families fighting for our communities? Here’s some easy next steps:
Whether you’re a civilian, veteran, or military family member, your voice matters in the fight for our democracy. Head to our Action Page to find meaningful actions you can sign onto today!
Veterans and military families know what patriotism looks like and it isn’t bowing to wannabe dictators. Join the thousands of people from around the country who are continuing their service by being active members in the fight for our democracy and a more perfect union.
Whether you can give $5 or $500, we need your support in our work to save veteran healthcare, push back against authoritarianism and hate, and protect democracy. Help fuel our fight for Liberty and Justice for all.