How the GI Bill Became Law in Spite of Some Veterans’ Groups

The true story of the G.I. Bill of Rights, which initially faced some opposition from veterans’ groups. “Roosevelt envisioned long-term benefits for the country. ‘The money invested in this training and schooling program will reap rich dividends in higher productivity, more intelligent leadership, and greater human happiness. … We have taught our youth how to wage war; we must also teach them how to live useful and happy lives in freedom, justice, and decency.’”