The American Legion Dispatch [August 9, 2002]

Stay on the path: Membership is up, but the work is far from over -- Legion continues fight for pledge -- A message from the National Commander: A job well-done, but not finished, Membership efforts have paid off, but we still have more to do -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: A face behind the cause, Granting Sam Wise a miracle shows results of your generosity -- A week of learning in D.C.: Boys Nation participants get up-close view of nation's government -- NEF goal reached -- Public-relations materials available to members -- Senate panel passes 2003 VA-HUD spending measure: Chamber completes action on all 13 appropriations bills; S. 2797 awaiting House action -- VA announces new committee members -- Commemorative coin to honor Maj. Gen. Brady: Sale of coins to benefit Citizens Flag Alliance -- Eligibility requirements for the Legion, Auxiliary and SAL