The American Legion Dispatch [January 23, 2004]

A great time to grow: M and PA planning session focuses on building membership now -- A message from the National Commander: Prove we are a grateful nation, U.S. troops in Iraq, their families still deserve our support -- Door open to apply for death-benefit reinstatement -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: No post too small, 42-member Michigan post adopts 130-member Marine Reserve company -- Day of honoring World War II veterans draws near -- American Legion policy on immigration: Issue critical to national security -- Brieden: Reward legal immigrants -- NEF support sought -- Jessica Lynch diorama donated to Legion Library: Correctional facility prisoner constructed display to show his patriotism, support for U.S. troops -- Variety of Legion issues covered in 2003