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Veterans: Hurry up and pitch! New writing project begins now

We are looking for former U.S. service members who want to engage in investigative journalism, reporting, and op-eds

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Are you a veteran with a story to tell? A journalist covering military or veteran issues? An investigative reporter uncovering critical stories about those who serve? Responsible Statecraft wants to hear from you.

We’re seeking compelling pitches from veterans: storytellers, journalists, and first-time writers with unique perspectives on military and veteran-related topics within a realism & restraint point of view. We especially welcome well-researched investigative pieces. Competitive rates are offered, with higher rates for in-depth, thoroughly sourced investigations.

Examples of Pitch Topics:

  • Is the culture of U.S. Special Forces changing?
  • A week alongside a military recruiter—what I learned.
  • Investigating contaminated water at [X] base.
  • What’s driving the mental health crisis among veterans?
  • What does SecDef Hegseth mean by “going back to basics”?
  • A personal account of military service and its impact on your worldview.
  • Why “ending forever wars” resonates with some veterans.
  • People talk about the military industrial complex, here is what I experienced in it.

Important: Please send pitches, not completed pieces, along with a bio and links to any other published pieces, if available.

Acceptance of a pitch does not guarantee publication of the final article.

Send to veterans@quincyinst.org. We look forward to your stories!


Top photo credit: U.S. Army National Guard Soldiers rest while waiting for the next event at the Region VI Best Warrior Competition, at Camp Rilea, near Warrenton, Oregon, May 5, 2021. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Cpl. Mikailla Brownfield)
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