The American Legion [Volume 161, No. 4 (October 2006)]

Ready for Battle: Paul A. Morin joins the fight for veterans benefits as The American Legion's national commander. By Matt Grills. -- Jaded Journalism: U.S. media bent on politically correct warfighting fail our nation, our troops and the people of Iraq. By Ralph Peters. -- Treasure Hunter: Marine Col. Matthew Bogdanos won't be remembered for saving the world, but he deserves thanks for saving the earliest pieces of its history. By Matt Grills. -- The Crime That Does Pay: There's money to be made at the expense of insurance carriers and, ultimately, every customer who buys insurance. By Frank G. Scafidi. -- A Trial of Patience: Delay-weary Florida veterans don't care where the new VA hospital goes as long as it goes up, and soon. By Jeff Stoffer. -- Before We Do Business: Economic growth hasn't stopped China's human-rights abuses. Why should Vietnam prove any different? By U.S. Rep. Christopher H. Smith. -- The Art of the Car Deal: Buyers who aren't prepared only widen the profit margins of auto dealers. By Dan Allsup. -- Vet Voice -- Big Issues -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots