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* House photographer Scott Olijar talks about his struggles with PTSD from his military service in Afghanistan…

posted by Rich Miller
Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 1:59 pm

Comments

1. Powerful. Thank you for your service.

   Comment by illini Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:06 pm

2. God Bless and respect Sargent Olijar for his sacrifice/service and hope that he continues to heal. A great reminder that as we approach Independence Day our nation relies on the dedication of a volunteer military to preserve our freedoms.

   Comment by Donnie Elgin Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:18 pm

3. Thank you Sargent Olijar for your service and for your strength to share your story

   Comment by Etown Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:28 pm

4. If this doesn’t bring tears to your eyes, it should.

   War is an outdated political tool…there is but one Planet and one race…the human race.

   War no more.

   Comment by Dotnonymous Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:47 pm

5. Goodness.

   Bless him.

   So powerful

   Comment by Oswego Willy Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 2:54 pm

6. All give some, some give all.

   Impressive story and video.

   Thank you for raising your hand and taking an oath to fight for this county.

   Comment by Cool Papa Bell Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:27 pm

7. A strong, brave and kind man - grateful for his service and for sharing his powerful story.

   Comment by Mary Sunshine Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 3:34 pm

8. Wow. Very powerful and so glad I watched. Thank you for your service, Sergeant Olijar. Stay strong and never give up. You are surrounded by people who support you and admire you greatly.

   Comment by Comptroller Susana Mendoza Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 4:00 pm

9. Thank you for your service, Sergeant Olijar. And for bravely sharing the scars of war. May Peace surround you and your family in the future.

   Comment by XonXoff Thursday, Jun 30, 22 @ 5:25 pm

10. Thank you Sergeant Olijar.

    Comment by Arguenda Friday, Jul 1, 22 @ 6:18 am

11. I am so sorry you have had to deal with this. You are incredible and I wish you the best. Thank you for all you have done for us and continue to do.

    Comment by Lilly Wednesday, Jul 6, 22 @ 3:44 pm

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