In the military community, few symbols carry as much weight and reverence as the Gold Star. It is a mark of profound sacrifice -- a symbol that a service member has died in the line of duty.

Contributed commentary by Congressman Mark Green on protecting Gold Star families' benefits during government shutdowns.

Becoming a Gold Star Mother is a profound and bittersweet distinction that no mother deserves or wants, yet many carry the distinction with a sense of pride and honor. It signifies that a mother ...

You’ve heard of the Gold Star Family? It refers to families, immediate and extended, of U.S. military members who died in a time of conflict since World War I. Apropos of Memorial Day ...