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The Green Beret Project

with Scott Kelly of The Green Beret Project

Helping at-risk youth transition successfully into adulthood. Scott Kelly, member of the Board of Directors for the Green Beret Project tells Elena Russo about the history of their organization, the issues they are trying to address, and how special forces doctrine provides the framework for their foundation.

Posted on:

Dec 02, 2020

Hosted by: Elena Russo

Produced by: Beltway Newsmakers Team

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