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SAN DIEGO (CBS 8) - When you think of top military cities, San Diego may come to mind. But you may be surprised to learn about a new report that lists the best cities in the U.S. for veterans and jobs and San Diego did not even crack the top 10.

Eric Eversole, of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hiring Heroes Program and Eric Engquist, of USAA's Military Transitions Program both joined CBS News 8 This Morning to explain why San Diego didn't make the cut and they also off some job seeking advice.

Watch the above video for the complete interview.

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