Patrick, thank you for your honesty and shedding a light on a subject we (the public) never hear. I have watched you tirelessly support and nurture our Veterans. In all you do, there is always an underlying message, help others. Those men and women who were in your classroom will never forget your commitment and lesson to them and it will be a message they will be able to pass on. Thank you again for your service and dedication to our Veterans.
Patrick- I have to say, I was looking at the long list of emails in my inbox and thinking "I need to unsubscribe from a lot of these." I looked at your email and thought "I don't even know who this guy is." Then I decided to open the email before deciding. I'm glad I did. Your history is a powerful indicator of your character, and I appreciated your story....and will continue to read your columns.
Thank you for sharing your story. You would think after risking your life and sanity in the military that coming home would be great. Not so as you have described how you survived. Your advice to thoses seeking employment with discouraging results was beautifully stated and a good plan to follow. I hope that those out there looking will apply your 3 step program with the desired results. Your newletters are heartwarming. Keep them coming !!!
Thank you, your story mirrored countless thousands and thousands of Vietnam and Era vets when we came home, our solution was we created dozens & dozens of "self help" groups & that should still be the model if we are serious about successful "reintegration" or what I call economic assimilation. Our free St. Louis Area Veterans Service Centers were like Swords to Plowshares in San Fran, or SEAVAC in Seattle or Project Return in Portland or Project PAVE in Vermont, etc. etc. As a Nation we allocate almost $500 billion every year to veterans services but yet, we ignore the biggest question for most recent veterans, that of support of successful economic assimilation. Just 1 percent of that $500 billion allocation is all it would take?
Patrick is a great mentor to me I highly recommend reaching out to him. Even though he’s the busiest person I know. He’s always giving great advice. Thank you Patrick!🇺🇸💪🏼
Well now I certainly hope you let me know if you’re in South Philly. I never served - not a veteran. But that’s my reality since surviving a mass shooting. That’s two majorly inspiring pieces in one morning - thank you. 🙏🏻
Hello- It takes courage to disclose. I've seen you support our troops and veterans for years now! Thank you so much for taking care of us. It was such an honor working with you. You have my continued support.
So moving and filled with practical advice. I learned a lot about you, your resilience and things I can apply to help me. I'm very grateful for your knowledge, wisdom and friendship
I hope that all veterans follow your lead and guidance upon leaving the military, especially asking for advice, planning and networking. When my husband returned from Vietnam in late 1969, his job at the steel mill was waiting for him. That does not seem to exist now. Everyone is quick to say, “Thank you for your service”, but it is an empty statement unless they back plans for actually helping the returning Vet! You have created a plan and offer substantive help in their complete transition!
Thank you from St. Louis! How can I find a $500/mo Apt in Philly? My spare bedroom is yours if you are ever here. My buddy Marine Vet Lucas Kunce who took on Josh Hawley last year and outperformed the ticket by 3.3%, made it his STL base.
Mr. Murphy...I personally criticized your post that was published on X...I am addressing you personally that I was a soldier for 9.5 years...I was just patted on the back and sent to retirement...They no longer needed a soldier who thinks for himself that I spent the worst part of the civil war with only stripes in my pocket since I was a nurse on the front lines...It is not shameful to talk about what he experienced after taking off his uniform...An ex-husband who was unemployed and a severe narcissist...about parents who were refugees...Not to mention what a wife who was demoted in any case means...You spoke at the summit to comfort those veterans..Do you think about how many of them have severe consequences and how many will survive until they truly accept civilian life?? How many families will be together?? I know my answer is not important.. But remember one thing... you had a family, brother, sister, parents and you cannot deny it no matter that you had your own family and your wife was employed at the university... You could not come to the step suddenly in 2007... Forgive me for being direct... But I am glad you remain blessed... And why now insist on saying "No" which you are still experiencing today... You need to think about why you are carrying the consequences... I appreciate your work but do not take me for granted with just one question: why are you generous in supporting judges with large contributions and I will never forget your announcement where you informed about a difficult family tragedy where only the mother, the wife remained alive and her 3 children and husband fought back.. You publicly appealed for help for her and you pointed out that you had already reached 25 dollars... I know that you are highly positioned. I am just a reader and I know that I am a stranger and we all have bad parts of life. Do not find yourself being called names.. we live two different world..Your full right to block me...No matter how much I appreciate you with so much positive energy..💪🇺🇸🤝🙏
Patrick, thank you for your honesty and shedding a light on a subject we (the public) never hear. I have watched you tirelessly support and nurture our Veterans. In all you do, there is always an underlying message, help others. Those men and women who were in your classroom will never forget your commitment and lesson to them and it will be a message they will be able to pass on. Thank you again for your service and dedication to our Veterans.
You’re the best Bella, thank you.
Patrick- I have to say, I was looking at the long list of emails in my inbox and thinking "I need to unsubscribe from a lot of these." I looked at your email and thought "I don't even know who this guy is." Then I decided to open the email before deciding. I'm glad I did. Your history is a powerful indicator of your character, and I appreciated your story....and will continue to read your columns.
Thank YOU so much! You just made my day!
Thank you for sharing your story. You would think after risking your life and sanity in the military that coming home would be great. Not so as you have described how you survived. Your advice to thoses seeking employment with discouraging results was beautifully stated and a good plan to follow. I hope that those out there looking will apply your 3 step program with the desired results. Your newletters are heartwarming. Keep them coming !!!
Thank you, your story mirrored countless thousands and thousands of Vietnam and Era vets when we came home, our solution was we created dozens & dozens of "self help" groups & that should still be the model if we are serious about successful "reintegration" or what I call economic assimilation. Our free St. Louis Area Veterans Service Centers were like Swords to Plowshares in San Fran, or SEAVAC in Seattle or Project Return in Portland or Project PAVE in Vermont, etc. etc. As a Nation we allocate almost $500 billion every year to veterans services but yet, we ignore the biggest question for most recent veterans, that of support of successful economic assimilation. Just 1 percent of that $500 billion allocation is all it would take?
This is one of the best writings on Substack. It’s emotional, accessible and useful. Thank you for your honesty, passion and leadership.
Thanks brother!
I remember you from Bristol PA. and I worked on your campaign.
Thanks Murph!
Patrick is a great mentor to me I highly recommend reaching out to him. Even though he’s the busiest person I know. He’s always giving great advice. Thank you Patrick!🇺🇸💪🏼
Always here for you brother unless you try and talk about your beloved Dallas Cowboys!
“how bout them cowboys!”
Should be “Jerry how bout you sell the cowboys!”
As your mother, I still learn something new about you and your life every day! Proud of you.
You’re the best Mom. I love you!!
Very moving and very brave.
Well now I certainly hope you let me know if you’re in South Philly. I never served - not a veteran. But that’s my reality since surviving a mass shooting. That’s two majorly inspiring pieces in one morning - thank you. 🙏🏻
Hello- It takes courage to disclose. I've seen you support our troops and veterans for years now! Thank you so much for taking care of us. It was such an honor working with you. You have my continued support.
So moving and filled with practical advice. I learned a lot about you, your resilience and things I can apply to help me. I'm very grateful for your knowledge, wisdom and friendship
Thanks brother - looking forward to our breakfasts and time together with That Man is You!
I hope that all veterans follow your lead and guidance upon leaving the military, especially asking for advice, planning and networking. When my husband returned from Vietnam in late 1969, his job at the steel mill was waiting for him. That does not seem to exist now. Everyone is quick to say, “Thank you for your service”, but it is an empty statement unless they back plans for actually helping the returning Vet! You have created a plan and offer substantive help in their complete transition!
And I remember well your political career which was cut way too short.
Thank you from St. Louis! How can I find a $500/mo Apt in Philly? My spare bedroom is yours if you are ever here. My buddy Marine Vet Lucas Kunce who took on Josh Hawley last year and outperformed the ticket by 3.3%, made it his STL base.
Mr. Murphy...I personally criticized your post that was published on X...I am addressing you personally that I was a soldier for 9.5 years...I was just patted on the back and sent to retirement...They no longer needed a soldier who thinks for himself that I spent the worst part of the civil war with only stripes in my pocket since I was a nurse on the front lines...It is not shameful to talk about what he experienced after taking off his uniform...An ex-husband who was unemployed and a severe narcissist...about parents who were refugees...Not to mention what a wife who was demoted in any case means...You spoke at the summit to comfort those veterans..Do you think about how many of them have severe consequences and how many will survive until they truly accept civilian life?? How many families will be together?? I know my answer is not important.. But remember one thing... you had a family, brother, sister, parents and you cannot deny it no matter that you had your own family and your wife was employed at the university... You could not come to the step suddenly in 2007... Forgive me for being direct... But I am glad you remain blessed... And why now insist on saying "No" which you are still experiencing today... You need to think about why you are carrying the consequences... I appreciate your work but do not take me for granted with just one question: why are you generous in supporting judges with large contributions and I will never forget your announcement where you informed about a difficult family tragedy where only the mother, the wife remained alive and her 3 children and husband fought back.. You publicly appealed for help for her and you pointed out that you had already reached 25 dollars... I know that you are highly positioned. I am just a reader and I know that I am a stranger and we all have bad parts of life. Do not find yourself being called names.. we live two different world..Your full right to block me...No matter how much I appreciate you with so much positive energy..💪🇺🇸🤝🙏