The American Legion dispatch [Volume 19, No. 7 (March 19, 2010)]

Washington Conference: Truly making a difference -- Hill enjoys "positive" meeting with Obama -- Commander's message: Reverse the backlog -- National Adjutant's column: Rallying around a local hero -- Americanism: Hill praises 9th Circuit pledge ruling -- Washington conference: GI film festival strikes a nerve, sends a message -- Troop support: Networking vital for troops in transition -- Volunteering: Florida Legionnaire is Volunteer of the Year -- Veterans affairs: Shinseki seeks to halt backlog -- Post start-up, revitalization success stories -- Incentives remain for district commanders -- Post Excellence Award continues -- Hill awarding "challenge" pin