Washington Conference Headlines

Executive director of Joining Forces highlights strides made in hiring veterans; DoD deputy assistant secretary warns of sequestrations effects.

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Jim Webb, a highly decorated Vietnam War veteran and former Senator of Virginia, receives American Legion Distinguished Public Service Award.

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General tells Legionnaires that training, readiness and recruitment face major challenges if full sequestration cannot be averted.

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Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs chairman tells Washington Conference attendees that VSOs play a critical role in his committee's work.

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Legion remains cautiously optimistic that Fully Developed Claims can cut the backlog, reduce wait times for veterans and their families.

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VA medical centers report drop in volunteer help from Legionnaires; initiatives announced to help meet Legion's 1 million volunteer hours mark.

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An American Legion women veterans panel discusses the challenges women face at VA medical centers and initiatives to solve them.

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If sequestration takes effect, DoD may have to cancel its mission to bring home the remains of our fallen heroes overseas.

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Legionnaires briefed on key issues before heading to Capitol Hill today.

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Washington Conference attendees discuss licensing and credentialing issues on same day First Lady Michelle Obama mentions Legion's efforts in the area.

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