Special Guest Perspective By Shannon Hough – I was appalled that medical professionals at our local VA were enabling—perhaps even causing—this epidemic in my city. Yet, there was only so much this small-city mayor could do. So I, along with other local elected officials and concerned citizens, alerted our U.S. senators and representatives in Washington. Sadly, our calls went unanswered. The silence was deafening.  Read More Why Did Washington Look Away as the VA Fueled an Opioid Addiction in Our Community?