The American Legion Dispatch [October 25, 2002]

More than just numbers: Conley vows to put names with the 300,000-veteran VA backlog -- Legion reminds Congress, president of unfinished business -- A message from the National Commander: "I am not a number!" Veterans are more than just statistics on a Washington ledger -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Reaching out when misfortune hits, Washington Legionnaires extend help, maintain family's dignity -- Legion participates in DoD transition assistance seminar -- Battle over concurrent receipt still growing -- Reach for the "Pot o' Gold:" Commander Conley offers membership incentive program to entire Legion family -- Auxiliary president honored by Rep. Smith