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Over 500 new members from revitalization efforts

District, post projects in Wisconsin, Michigan and Kansas result in more new members to local posts.

Missouri youth named 76th Oratorical champion

Agnes Rieger of Kansas City is crowned the 2013 American Legion National Oratorical champion.

Tell us about your own VA claim wait

Legion wants to hear from Legionnaires about specifics of their VA benefit claims in order to paint a clearer picture of the growing backlog.

New Jersey, Michigan job fairs help veterans

Hundreds of jobseekers are connected with dozens of employers during two events, coordinated by the Legion, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Department hosts annual Junior Oratorical Contest

New Hampshire is the only American Legion department to conduct a Junior High Oratorical Program for youth in grades six through eight.

Dateline Capitol Hill

DoD seeks health care increases.

NEF eclipses $425,000 for Sandy victims

Payouts assist 450 American Legion Family members and posts affected by last fall’s devastating superstorm.

Legion news: What you need to know

Dates and events to keep in mind.

Flag Day speech ready for download

Flag Day speech available on www.legion.org; copies will be distributed early next week.

HUD identifies housing opportunities for homeless

Properties listed as suitable/available will be available exclusively for homeless use for a period of 60 days from the April 12 notice.

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