The American Legion [Volume 149, No. 1 (July 2000)]

Women In Combat, Time For A Review: Placating gender-based agendas should have its limits by Elaine Donnelly -- Standing Watch: The Coast Guard is prepared to avert tragedy off Oregon's coast by Layne Cameron -- It's Ok To Discuss Erectile Dysfunction: Men are reaching out more than ever for a cure to a common condition by Layne Cameron -- Playing The VA Game: Capitalizing on VA benefits can be difficult, but persistent veterans can win by John Fales -- Togo West On VA: VA Secretary comments on delivering health care to veterans in the coming millennium. Interview By Alan W. Dowd -- Commander Slams China Appeasement: A 237-197 House vote puts The American Legion, Congress at odds by Alan W. Dowd -- Big Issues: Should trigger locks be mandatory on handguns? -- Vetvoice -- Washington Watch -- Vets -- Commander's Message -- Legion News -- Parting Shots -- Cover: Helicopters add speed and flexibility to the Coast Guard's rescue mission along Oregon's coast. Tom Strattman photo