Tom Basquill

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  Tom commented on the article | over 2 years ago

  Why Compete When You Don't Have To?

  I think it is a great idea to allow those who served in AmeriCorps VISTA to have an advantage when it comes to applying for government jobs.  I do appreicate the hard work that obviously went into making this happen.  But I ask, "Why stop there?"  Why not allow everyone who served as an AmeriCorps volunteer (VISTA or other) receive the same benefit?  And why only limit it to one year of eligibility after service?  Let's not only help to support those who volunteered through an AmeriCorps program, but to increase the incentive to do so.  Does anyone know who the appropriate person to contact with these questions would be?