Veterans Defending Democracy
Support and Defend
“I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God.”
(Title 10, US Code; Act of 5 May 1960 replacing the wording first adopted in 1789, with amendment effective 5 October 1962).
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OUR MISSION AND VISION
Who We Are
Support & Defend is a multi-generational, multi-service organization of San Antonio Veterans who are dedicated to supporting and defending the Constitution. We hold a variety of political views but we agree on this: We are using our trusted status as Veterans to talk to our communities and our military about current misuse of the military and the right to refuse unlawful orders. We need you to join us and amplify our message.
Past Events
Upcoming Events
Memorial Day 2026: Families and Friends Tell Their StoriesMon, May 25Veterans Memorial Plaza
Women Veterans Meet with Mayor Gina Ortiz JonesWed, Apr 01VFW Post 76, "The Oldest Post in Texas"
No Kings RallySat, Mar 28Travis Park
VoteVets Town Hall with Senator Ruben Gallego, USMCMon, Mar 23Location is TBD 2 weeks prior to event
San Antonio Re-enactment of the Crossing of the Edmund Pettus BridgeSun, Mar 08Hays Street Bridge
Celebrate a $2M Investment in the Renovation of the Oldest VFW Post in TexasTue, Feb 1710 10th St
Spoken Words from Past Presidents & Present Poets about Things that MatterMon, Feb 16Tandem San Antonio
The Bench Honors the BraveSat, Jan 31San Antonio Professional Firefighters
VoteVets Organizer in San Antonio to Meet Local VeteransWed, Jan 28Smoke Skybar
Martin Luther King MarchMon, Jan 19San Antonio
Veterans Tell Their StoriesTue, Nov 11Tandem Coffee and Bar
SA Veterans Day at HemisfairSat, Nov 08Hemisfair
OUR INITIATIVES
Advocacy
Championing Rights
We engage veterans in advocacy efforts to promote Constitutional awareness. Our community outreach programs focus on educating the public about their rights and responsibilities under the Constitution.
Outreach
Community Connections
Our outreach initiatives connect veterans with local communities, enhancing dialogue and building partnerships that reinforce civic engagement and Constitutional values.
Resources
Educational Materials
We provide access to valuable resources including articles, videos, and links to publications that support our mission and inform military members and their families about their Constitutional rights.
Support
Veteran Assistance
Our organization offers support services to enable veterans to become advocates for the Constitutional use of the military. This includes mentorship, training opportunities, and a network of veterans committed to collective impact.