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Commissioner Randall Liberty 7:00AM

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Commissioner Randall Liberty 7:00AM

Matt Gagnon hosts a discussion with Commissioner Randall Liberty, highlighting the work of Veterans Forward in supporting veterans’ transition back to civilian life. Commissioner Liberty, a former Army Command Sergeant Major with 24 years of service, discusses the challenges veterans face, including homelessness, substance abuse, and incarceration. He emphasizes the importance of housing, treatment, and vocational opportunities for successful reintegration. Liberty also mentions initiatives like the veterans’ pod at the Kennebec County Jail and the first veterans court in Kennebec County. The conversation underscores the need for community support and the role of organizations like Veterans Forward in providing essential services.

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