The American Legion Dispatch [May 21, 2004]

CARES package delivered: Principi announces massive $6.1 billion health-care system overhaul -- A message from the National Commander: The $6 billion plan, We can rebuild it, but the VA health-care system still needs mandatory funding -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Springing into action, Working together, the Legion family responds to a comrade in distress -- "Always a gentleman": Longtime NECman, Child Welfare Foundation supporter Grant passes away at 80 -- Flag vote 2004: Call now and ask your senators to vote for S.J. Res. 4 -- Sticking to our principles: While much has changed, the Legion's mission hasn't, Brieden tells NEC -- "Fulfilling our responsibility": NEC resolution calls for full participation in Enhanced DMS -- Get Out the Vote -- Key resolutions of the 2004 Spring Meetings: Support of Scouts, ending disabled veterans tax among 32 resolutions passed by NEC -- Tennessee student named Eagle Scout of the Year -- NEF support sought -- Eight cities tabbed to host baseball regionals -- House approves Legion-supported measures -- Agent Orange health-effects meeting scheduled for Columbus, Ohio