The American Legion Dispatch [September 24, 1999]

Gore, Hatch, McCain open 81st Convention: High profile speakers address defense budget, vets benefits, flag issue -- Legion mourns loss of Legislative Chairman -- A message from the National Commander: Legion continues to "Fight For What's Right" -- Padres' Tony Gwynn honored by American Legion -- Former Economics Chairman Brieden named interim Legislative Head -- Fulfilled filed dreams at '99 American Legion world Series; Minn. Tri-city reds named champions after win over Wash. Dusters -- Leadership team prepares for an eventful year -- Resolved: New Resolutions express Legionnaires' collective will -- Dateline: Capitol update, Getting back to business after recess; budget, benefits act on list -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: POW, MIA families deserve support in their quest