Things are looking up for two-tour Iraq War veteran Scott Olsen, who was injured Oct. 25 during a police raid on the Occupy Oakland encampment, where he was taking part in demonstrations against the corporatization of the American political system. Although he still shows signs of impairment from head trauma, he is able to tell his own story now, as he does in the two interviews posted below with USA Today and IndyBay.org. Take it away, Scott. –KA

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