January 27, 2010
Obama calls for America to give its servicemembers 'our full support,' one day after White House staff met with Legion representatives to hear advice on ways to get returning veterans back into the job market.
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January 13, 2010
Nominees are due Jan. 15 for The American Legion's National Economic Awards, which recognize businesses that employ veterans, disabled veterans and older people.
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December 15, 2009
The Interagency Council on Veterans Employment discussed ways of expanding the participation of veterans in the nation's federal workforce.
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December 8, 2009
In the nation's troubled housing market, VA reports that its home loans have had a lower foreclosure rate than any other type of home loan in the industry.
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November 10, 2009
National Commander Clarence Hill witnessed Obama sign an executive order establishing a Council on Veterans Employment and a veterans employment program for federal agencies.
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November 10, 2009
The American Legion is cheering, with reservations, an Obama administration initiative to provide more federal employment for military veterans.
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October 29, 2009
Committee OKs Buyer amendment to elevate priority status of veteran-owned small businesses.
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September 29, 2009
Several awards are presented each year during the Legion’s National Convention to honor employers who hire veterans, disabled veterans and older workers. Those who help veterans find employment are also recognized.
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August 24, 2009
Heroes to Hometowns Transition and Benefits Fair in Louisville at the 91st National Convention draws big names such as Amazon.com and Secret Service.
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June 4, 2009
Robert Karasinski of American Legion Post 19 in Somerville, Mass., recently received a Cab Driver of the Year Award from the city of Cambridge, Mass.
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