The American Legion Dispatch [February 20, 2004]

Legion will fight for VA facilities -- Mandatory funding brochure made available -- A message from the National Commander: A half century of heart, Commander challenges Legionnaires to raise $2 million in CWF's 50th year -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Helping when help is needed, Legion post opens doors to community in time of need -- Honor America's commitment to veterans -- Congress passes record VA health-care increase -- Pick your fights wisely: The liberal case for not resisting the ban on flag desecration -- Brieden calls for Legion family blood donations -- Legion torn on Pentagon, VA budgets -- New Paid-Up-For-Life rates available -- NEF support sought -- President releases fiscal 2005 VA budget: Some proposed initiatives concern American Legion -- Eligibility for the Legion, Auxiliary and SAL