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What can we learn from the Fort Hood Rampage?
As the country comes to grips with the violent tragedy that took the lives of 13 and injured 30, we at DoSomething.org are taking this opportunity to focus on the mental health crisis that plagues our nation’s armed forces. The issue can no longer be ignored.
The background
The man suspected of a deadly rampage Thursday at Fort Hood was a military psychiatrist whose had turned against the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan but was about to be sent overseas, his cousin told Fox News.
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Tragedy rocks Texas army base
Tragedy struck a Texas army base today, as at least one gunman opened fire at the U.S. Army’s largest base, Fort Hood.
Army officials confirmed up to 12 people dead, and at least 31 wounded. The shooter was a U.S. soldier and was shot several times but is reportedly in stable condition. Eyewitnesses at the scene said there may have been more than one shooter and the Army has apprehended two other soldiers that are possibly suspects.
Obama addressed the nation to issue his condolences to the families of the victims and more news is expected in the coming hours.
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