What lessons should Americans learn from our longest-ever war? And have we REALLY confronted the true human cost of 20 years at war? 

Mike Washington served as an active-duty and reserve Marine for more than two decades and was deployed four times, including to Iraq and Afghanistan.

He's also a retired Seattle firefighter, he currently works as a therapist, helping first responders and military veterans -- and he's a Gold Star father, whose son, Sergeant Michael T. Washington, was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2008.

 

What lessons should Americans learn from our longest-ever war? And have we REALLY confronted the true human cost of 20 years at war?&nbsp;
Mike Washington served as an active-duty and reserve Marine for more than two decades and was deployed four times, including to Iraq and Afghanistan.
He's also a retired Seattle firefighter, he currently works as a therapist, helping first responders and military veterans -- and he's a Gold Star father, whose son, Sergeant Michael T. Washington, was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2008.
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The perfect antidote for polarizing times. Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin connect and build up the Northwest community with their signature mix of stories and perspectives. 

The perfect antidote for polarizing times. Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin connect and build up the Northwest community with their signature mix of stories and perspectives.

The Gee & Ursula Show

A Gold Star father reflects on America's exit from Afghanistan

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