Justin S. Straughan – U.S Air Force 2009-13

Justin grew up in Deltona Florida and joined the U.S. Air Force in 2009 originally training as a radar technician and serving with the 53rd Combat Communications Squadron before serving as an Honor Guard at Robins Air Force Base. After his time in the Air Force Justin used the GI Bill to attend Community College and eventually graduated from Columbia University in NY. Justin currently works as an Advanced Clinical Associate but his ultimate goal is to work in politics.

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Justin S. Straughan – U.S Air Force 2009-13

Justin S. Straughan – U.S Air Force 2009-13

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