Here’s another round-up of what we’ve been reading and watching this week, from in the news and around the web.

By Joe Jenkins

After a particularly divisive election season, vitriol seems to have spread to every corner of the nation, driving a wedge into the heart of our society. In the face of this division, veterans across the nation are taking to the airwaves, urging Americans to commemorate Veterans Day differently this year. Instead of expressing gratitude or offering accolades, we are asking for something wholly different. We’re asking that we come together as a nation.

Emir Hadzic is a U.S. Marine veteran who recently retired after 20 years of service. He came to the United States in 1995 as a refugee fleeing the conflict in Bosnia. His message to other veterans: We gave an oath that we will support and defend the Constitution. That oath does not have an expiration date.

Last week Veterans for American Ideals leaders in New York and Washington, D.C. partnered with college campuses to screen the award-winning documentary Salam Neighbor, bringing more attention to the global refugee crisis and the growing need for U.S. leadership.

Marine Veteran and Muslim American Mansoor Shams' message is simple: "What makes America great is its diversity.” 

As the fight to retake ISIS stronghold cities like Mosul and Raqqa approaches a crescendo, many humanitarian organizations are projecting that the offensives will dramatically add to the number of refugees seeking safe harbor.

Jess Bell is a U.S. Marine veteran, mom, and active volunteer. Her advice to veterans wanting to make a difference at home? "Start local and start small. Find what interests you."

Amid a whirlwind of information— and misinformation—about the U.S. refugee resettlement program, this week 60 Minutes brings us one of the most comprehensive looks at America’s response to the global refugee crisis with its investigative report, Finding Refuge.

Veterans for American Ideals leader Andy Slivka is gaining national attention in his fight to bring his friend and former interpreter, Zia, to America. Slivka was serving in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan with the Marines when he met Zia, an Afghan national serving as an interpreter for Slivka’s unit. The two became fast friends.

Guest Blog Post by Paul Bartel