Legion lauds Buyer

Past National Commander Clarence E. Hill of The American Legion has expressed deep appreciation for Rep. Steve Buyer, R-Ind., who spoke at the organization's 92nd National Convention in Milwaukee.

"The American Legion is grateful for Rep. Buyer's long service to this country, both as a soldier and a member of Congress," Hill said. "His speech before our convention was warmly received. Unfortunately, an earlier statement by our press office characterized the address as ‘sometimes tinged with bitterness.' As the national commander, I feel the characterization was unfair and out of order. I personally apologize for the mischaracterization of his remarks. It was a very unfortunate mistake, the cause of which has been corrected. For 18 years we have worked side-by-side with Rep. Buyer to improve the lives of America's veterans. The final word on Rep. Buyer should be that his has been a highly distinguished military and congressional career."