Jim Absher

Jim Absher is Military.com's former benefits editor and columnist. He joined the Navy to see the world and later realized the world is two-thirds water. He also worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in field offices and Washington, D.C. before coming to Military.com in 2015.

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Senior Woman Comforting Man With Depression At Home

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Navy veteran Petty Officer 1st Class Jay Somers gives high fives as he passes through a cheering crowd along the Face of America bike route in Gettysburg, Pa. April 24, 2016. (DoD/EJ Hersom)

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The good, bad, and ugly of the VA's new website!

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The changes are effective October 18, 2018 and aim to make the benefit fairer. Read more.

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Road construction sign telling motorists to expect delays

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There's Still Time To Cast Your Vote For Next Month's Elections

Don't just protect democracy, participate in it - VOTE!

Many Will See GI Bill Rates Increase Oct. 1

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Kid Going Off to College? Make Sure They Are Covered by Tricare

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Mother and daughter Sandra and Nathenia Wells completed and associate of arts in general studies degrees and walked the stage at the Fort Bragg Colleges and Universities Graduation and Recognition Ceremony. (U.S. Army/Amber Avalona)

Major GI Bill Changes Coming in August

Lots of major changes coming in August. We let you know how they affect you.

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