The American Legion Dispatch [August 25, 2003]

Veterans shortchanged again: Conley blasts decision to cut $1.8 billion from VA funding -- "A Legionnaire's commander:" PNC Hamilton passes away at age 80 -- A message from the National Commander: Another broken promise, Congress turns back on America's veterans by cutting VA funds -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Easing the transition, Maryland service officer helps bridge the service-to-civilian gap -- Agent Orange studies get big boost -- Conley: Now not the time to close VA facilitates -- Army investigates rash of serious pneumonia cases -- Service to veterans first: Membership workshop follows familiar Legion creed -- Patch recognizes Scout supporters -- Pin honors 100-percent district commanders -- Nevada youth captures Shooting Sports championship -- From servicemember to veteran: Commander gets firsthand look at troops returning from Iraq -- Disabled veteran: "I feel totally betrayed" -- House passes fiscal 2004 VA spending measure -- Eligibility requirements for the Legion, Auxiliary and SAL