The American Legion Dispatch [August 19, 2005]

Starting something special: Reversal of membership slide now theme of workshop -- A message form the National Commander: Our organization at its best, Thinking, acting locally puts The American Legion's best foot forward -- Stabenow legislation will assure "adequate" VA funding -- From the desk of the National Adjutant: Taking nothing for granted, Legion post takes care of simple chores, makes difference in life of military family -- NEF Commander's Challenge winners announced -- Georgia teen captures National Junior Air Rifle championship -- Quorum call in Washington: Legion's Boys Nation shapes a lifetime -- From Baghdad to ballfield: Combat veteran hopes to rebuild local American Legion diamond -- Strong support efforts need to continue -- Freedom Car should be Legion family effort -- Scale-model Freedom Cars now for sale -- A touching tribute -- Lincoln Mercury offer ending soon -- Supplemental fiscal 2005-2006 VA funding enacted -- Flag amendment nears Senate showdown: Citizens Flag Alliance near its goal of 67 Senate votes -- As flag vote nears, co-sponsors needed in Senate