The American Legion [Volume 160, No. 1 (January 2006)]

America's Metropolitan Mess: Layoffs and slashed services abound as cities and counties nationwide grapple with massive budget crunches. By Mark Preston. -- The Truth About Gitmo: Inside the wire, it's actually the U.S. military that endures abuse at the hands of Islamic jihadists. By Gordon Cucullu. -- Sheep, Wolves and Sheepdogs: More and more Americans are stepping up to act as protectors for their countrymen. By Dave Grossman. -- The $125 Billion Man: U.S. Rep. James T. Walsh holds the checkbook for VA and DoD quality-of-life spending. Interview by James V. Carroll. -- A "Voice That Unites America": National Commander Tom Bock urges Legionnaires to use every day, every hour, taking care of our nation. By Steve Brooks. -- Vet Voice -- Commander's Message -- Big Issues -- Rapid Fire -- Comrades -- Parting Shots