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Eddie Waldrep
Edward Waldrep is a Veteran of the War in Iraq and a Purple Heart recipient. After returning from deployment, he dedicated his life to learning about human responses to psychological trauma and continuing to serve others. He is currently a clinical psychologist for the Department of Veteran Affairs specializing in PTSD. (The views expressed here are those of Dr. Waldrep, not of the Department of Veterans Affairs.) Dr. Waldrep is a strong advocate for viewpoint diversity and for the recognition and celebration of our universal humanity to bring people together.