Vets and advocates keep an eye on government shutdown during Veteran’s Day

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  • Swords to Plowshares, a nonprofit which serves veterans, held an early celebration in Oakland on Friday to honor those who’ve served this country.
  • Organizers said they are keeping an eye on the federal government shutdown and its possible impact on veterans and their families.

OAKLAND, Calif. Veterans Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Swords to Plowshares, a nonprofit which serves veterans, held an early celebration in Oakland ahead of that date to honor those who’ve served this country.

Organizers said they are keeping an eye on the federal government shutdown and its possible impact on veterans and their families.

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