The American Legion Dispatch [June 17, 2005]

Rallying to raise awareness: Connecticut veterans, leaders gather to tackle key issues -- A message form the National Commander: CARES: Lessons learned, the process evolves -- Economic Commission award winners announced -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Going straight to the source, Utah Legionnaires form post on Hill Air Force Base -- Legion, Bridgestone partnering to reward servicemembers -- House vote on flag amendment imminent -- Parents thankful for Blue Star Banners, support behind them -- Honoring past, present and future veterans: Legion takes center stage at special racing event -- Legion partners with Operation: Military Kids -- Cadmus praises introduction of H.R. 2679: Legislation aims to reduce threat of frivolous lawsuits -- Cadmus: VA budget "well short of expectation," Funding not enough for nation at war -- Pennsylvania detective makes a big difference: Cottom named Law Enforcement Officer the Year -- Legion subcommittee finds no proof wooden bats are safer -- California teen named Legion's 2005 Eagle Scout of the Year -- Judiciary Committee OKs flag amendment -- VA, military quality-of-life appropriations pass House -- Project SHAD participants sought for IOM health study -- NEF support sought -- Legion, Lincoln-Mercury partner for Legacy Fund -- Legion Dish offering programming discounts to Legion family