The American Legion dispatch [Volume 18, No. 8 (April 17, 2009)]

Post Success Stories: Out From Katrina's Ruins -- Obama's VA plans please Legion -- National Commander's Message: Protecting Old Glory is worth the effort -- From The Desk Of The National Adjutant: "Because we're Americans" -- Philadelphia homeless veterans shelter wins HGTV competition -- An Army-Legion Partnership -- Rehbein applauds Air Force media policy -- Hoosier posts host Blue Star Salute -- USA Today series earns Legion's Fourth Estate Award -- VA investigates potential spread of infectious diseases -- Operation Comfort Warriors is big success -- Rehbein supports troop surge for Afghanistan -- WWII veterans invited to June 6 ceremony -- Virginia post opens its doors for Memorial Day event -- House, Senate pass fiscal 2010 budget resolutions -- DoD, VA take first step in creating lifetime electronic records -- Post excellence awards created -- Belt buckle offered as recruitment prize -- Incentives added for district commanders -- Rehbein launches "Pride and Purpose" pin program