| dc.description.tableofcontents | Elements of the Emblem: There's more to The American Legion emblem than meets the eye -- Stop Demonizing the Bomb: America's use of the atomic bomb at Hiroshima could be considered an act of mercy by Ernest W. Lefever -- No Place to Go: The U.S. military is losing ground to cities, endangered species and government regulations by Alan W. Dowd -- "Our Lives will Never Be the Same": At Ground Zero, veterans grapple with the turbulent emotions unleashed by Sept. 11 by Jeff Stoffer -- The Cosmic Conflict: With effort, Mars and Venus - men and women - can bridge the ever-frustrating communication gap by John Gray -- Ax the Tax: Real reform will elude America until the slavery of income tax is abolished by Alan Keyes -- No Funds for Concurrent Receipt: Congress and the president have the power to end injustice for disabled military retirees -- Amtraking Across America: Riding by rail is still the best way to kick back, relax and see God's country by Dan Allsup -- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message: Hiring vets is good business -- Big Issues: U.S. neglecting domestic needs? -- Living Well -- Washington Watch -- Legion News: Vermont passes flag resolution, "Race to the Top" and getting in touch with the troops -- Comrades -- Parting Shots -- Cover: In a moment of emotional reflection, a man clutches both the U.S. Flag and a flyer for a lost loved one after the World Trade Center attacks. He joined thousands at Yankee Stadium in "A Prayer for America" service. AP | en_US |
