The American Legion Dispatch [July 20, 2007]

"It's Who We Are": Michael Peterson DVD set to debut American Legion Legacy Scholarship fundraiser at national convention -- Morin calls recent rhetoric "Operation Turncoat" -- Commander's Message: The foundation of who we are and all we do -- National Adjutant's Message: Running a district . . . from Iraq, Nebraska's District 7 commander hits 100-percent membership while deployed -- National Convention Notes -- Veterans exposed to nuclear radiation encouraged to attend meeting -- The drive is on for flag-amendment cosponsors -- When Disaster Strikes: Getting involved in community emergency operations plan can boost membership, revitalize post -- Morin praises failure of comprehensive immigration bill -- Legionsites.com to have booth at Reno -- Legacy Run '07: Indianapolis to Reno, August 19-24 -- Life's Next Step: American Legion representative eases transition for those recovering at Walter Reed -- House passes fiscal 2008 VA spending bill -- Veterans update: News from and about Department of Veterans Affairs -- Pointing the Way: American Legion signs are easy to acquire, and they raise awareness in your community -- Legion post donates $2 million to help build Los Angeles Fisher House