The American Legion [Volume 162, No. 6 (June 2007)]

Red Relapse: Daniel Ortega's return to power further fuels the leftist revival in Latin America. By Alan W. Dowd. -- The Far Enemy: The inaction of five U.S. presidents led Osama bin Laden to conclude that the United States is weak. He has yet to be proven wrong. By Dinesh D'Souza. -- A Soldier's Husband: As Jeff Walker's wife prepares to deploy with her Army unit, his tour as a stay-at-home dad is just beginning. By Steve Brooks. -- Quiet Professionals: Gen. Doug Brown, head of U.S. Special Operations Command, describes his elite teams' unique role in the war on terror. Interview by John Raughter. -- Being Baxter Black: America's best-known cowboy poet shares the roots of his patriotism and deep reverence for the U.S. military. Interview by James V. Carroll. -- The Pentagon Crisis of 2015: Americans assume that record-level defense spending has given the military all it needs to keep us safe. Not even close. By James Jay Carafano. -- A Gathering of Eagles: An antiwar march brought thousands to Washington for a counter-protest supporting U.S. troops and guarding the nation's memorials. By Janet St. John.-- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message -- Big Issues -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots