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Defend Veterans. Defend Democracy. Keep the Promise.
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Democracy, Peace, and Constitutional Duty
We use veteran credibility to protect constitutional democracy, peaceful civic participation, responsible diplomacy, and limits on endless war.
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Vet takes path of peaceful civil disobedience
She loves her country enough to refuse to be silent when it fails to live up to its principles
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17 days: The end of our Afghanistan promise
Latest Smoke Pit podcast recounts volunteers’ fight to save Afghan allies and families
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A Salute to Max D. Lederer Jr.
Stars & Stripes Publisher fought Pentagon, commanders’ editorial interference for 30 years
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Live, candid conversations from veterans and guests.
A joint initiative from 50501 Veterans and Crayon Eater Media for unscripted discussion, honest disagreement, and respect beyond rank or title.
The Smoke Pit airs live on Wed and Sat nights from 8pm to 10pm ET. You can watch the show live, here or on Twitch, Facebook, and YouTube.
Latest episode · August 17, 2026
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