THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY AUGUST 26 - SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 Milwaukee 2022 NATIONAL CONVENTION 103rd NATIONAL CONVENTION
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12022 National Convention Guide !WANT TO KNOW MORE? DOWNLOAD THE NATIONAL CONVENTION APP TABLE OF Welcome to Milwaukee 3 Welcome From the National Commander ............................. 4 Welcome From the Auxiliary ...................................................... 5 National Commander’s Year in Pictures 6-7 2022 National Convention Officials .................................... 8-9 Sons of The American Legion National Convention .... 10-13 American Legion Auxiliary National Convention ......... 14-21 American Legion Standing Rules 23 Honorees ................................................................................. 24-25 Spirit of Service ............................................................................ 27 Youth Champions 29 Distinguished Guests ............................................................ 31-33 Patriotic Memorial Service ....................................................... 34 2022 Convention Events ..................................................... 36-37 Hotel Directory ............................................................................ 38 Dining & Attractions .................................................................. 39 City Map ................................................................................. 40-41 Exhibit Hall & Floor Plan 42-43 Resources ............................................................................... 44-47 Health Guidelines ....................................................................... 47 National Officers 48 National Executive Committee ............................................... 49 Convention Hours ....................................................................... 49 2022 Commissions & Committees ................................... 50-54 100 Miles for Hope 5K 54 Thank You ............................................................................... 55-56 Contents Photos of the Milwaukee skyline courtesy Visit Milwaukee
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Welcome to the Badger State! On behalf of the Wisconsin American Legion Family, I would like to welcome you back to the great state of Wisconsin. We are extremely honored to host the 103rd National Convention in downtown Milwaukee. We hope you take advantage of the many sites Brew City has to offer: the War Memorial Center, the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Milwaukee Zoo, the HarleyDavidson Museum, the Milwaukee Public Museum, American Family Field and so much more.
The Badger State is excited to bring you the American Legion Family Day event, in lieu of the parade, at the War Memorial Center on Sunday.
Enjoy a OktoberfestWisconsin-stylecelebration with beer, brats, music, festival attire, Wisconsin fun and the splendid view of Lake Michigan! Make sure to get your tickets early. I hope your stay in Milwaukee is pleasant and Gregsafe.
It is my pleasure to welcome all of you to the great state of Wisconsin for the 103rd American Legion National Convention. It is an honor to have you here in Milwaukee! From outdoor recreation to sports entertainment to shopping and dining, Wisconsin has something for everyone. I hope you are able to enjoy the many experiences our state has to offer while you are here. I would also like to take this opportunity to highlight the importance of this event and the work done by The American Legion. As veterans serving veterans, your continued commitment to service and to supporting one another is inspiring. We know that those who are serving today find strength in the unfailing support of veterans like you back home, and I want to offer my sincere thanks for your dedication and hard work. As governor, I am committed not only to honoring our nation’s heroes and recognizing the bravery and sacrifice of those who have served and who are serving today, but to working every day to ensure all veterans have the support and resources they need to be successful in their civilian lives –a mission I know we share. So, once again, thank you for your service to our nation’s veterans, and thank you for your service to our country. And on behalf of our entire state, welcome to Wisconsin! We are glad to have you here. Tony Governor,EversState of Wisconsin
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On behalf of the City of Milwaukee, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all attendees of the American Legion national convention. We are honored that you chose our city to host this special event.Milwaukee’s exciting attractions and lively downtown area, combined with its renowned warmth and hospitality, assure all participants of a memorable visit. Be sure to take in the beauty of Milwaukee’s lakefront and our award-winning RiverWalk. You will want to check out the Deer District and the Fiserv Forum, home to the NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks. Along Lake Michigan, the magnificent kinetic “wings” of the Milwaukee Art Museum welcome all to experience its world-class collections. You will find excellent entertainment options, acclaimed brewery tours, and a tempting array of dining options throughout the city. Don’t miss out on a visit to the one-of-a-kind Milwaukee Public Market in the Historic Third Ward, featuring a variety of food and beverage options as well as other local products under one roof. The unique neighborhoods and historic avenues of Old World Third Street, Bronzeville, Walker’s Point, Sherman Phoenix, Brady Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive all invite you to experience the city’s rich cultural tradition and diversity.Ihopeyou have the opportunity to explore Milwaukee and see all our great city has to offer. Best wishes on the success of the American Legion national
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Finally, I want to thank the thousands of American Legion Family members I have encountered during my travels as national commander. The departments provided exceptional hospitality, and I witnessed firsthand how posts everywhere have delivered on my theme of “No Veteran Left Behind.” It is truly an honor representing the greatest veterans organization in the world.
Defense is something with which Legionnaires are familiar. Legionnaires have served in wars around the globe and, as a result, have seen the sacrifice, valor and dedication that define America’s veterans. They understand the pride veterans take in saluting the flag, assisting their comrades and serving their communities.
The American Legion once again prevailed after filing an amicus curiae brief in an important U.S. Supreme Court case granting a high school football coach the right to pray on the field after games. This victory comes just three years after the Legion successfully defended a veterans memorial in Bladensburg, Md. We were also pleased by another Supreme Court ruling that allows veterans to sue state governments if their agencies fail to respect the employment and re-employment rights of veterans returning from military service. These decisions send a strong message that those who defend our constitutional rights will also have their rights protected.
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The American Legion was one of the first veterans organizations to pass a formal statement calling for a peaceful conflict resolution in Ukraine. While we do not support the deployment of U.S. troops to defend non-NATO member countries without certain conditions being met, we cannot help but be inspired by the commitment and bravery shown by the Ukrainians in their defense against unjustified Russian aggression.
For God and Country we associate ourselves together for the following purposes: To uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States of America; to maintain law and order; to foster perpetuateanda one hundred
This year, Congress passed the most comprehensive veterans health-care legislation in decades. The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act will benefit up to 3.5 million veterans exposed to burn pits, radiation and other toxins. It puts substance behind the phrase “thank you for your service,” by assisting those sickened by the poisons of war. It will save lives. And it also would not have passed Congress without the hard work and advocacy of countless American Legion Family members encouraging their elected leaders to do right by America’s veterans. It has also been a year in which The American Legion has focused on a number. That number is one, as in “Be the One.” The truth is that statistics regarding suicide among veterans vary. But the important point is that YOU can be the one to ask veterans in your life how they are doing, to listen to veterans when they need to talk and to reach out to veterans when they are struggling. Buddy Checks work and we know of cases in which these interactions have saved lives.
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It has been such a pleasure to work the mission alongside American Legion National Commander Paul E. Dillard and Sons of The American Legion National Commander Michael Fox. From wreath-laying events, to walking the American Cemetery in Europe, to various unit and department visits as a family, we saw how important it is to work together. During my travels this year, I have seen that same camaraderie at the local level between members of the Legion Family. So much more can be accomplished when we work together as one. In addition to being proud of our Legion Family working together, I am also proud of how our members stepped up this year to recognize caregivers. I want to give extra encouragement to our caregivers who have been highlighted this past year through certificates of appreciation, Auxiliary magazine articles, and overall extra love and attention at meetings, events and in their homes. Caring for Those Who Care for Others has been a major step in recognizing and honoring our caregivers for all they do. I know there are many more caregivers out there, so please be kind to your members. We can never know what they are going through today, and your kindness may help them through one more day. Please continue to reach out and recognize them in your units and post homes. To all members, thank you for what you do for the mission. You have inspired me and inspired each other with new ways to work our programs while staying true to an ALA “Service Not Self” mindset. What you do is important, and it does make a difference!
It has been an honor to lead the American Legion Auxiliary during my term as national president. Thank you for the opportunity. I appreciate your kindness, your camaraderie and your friendships as I visited your departments. I look forward to seeing you all this week as we continue to put the needs of our nation’s veterans, military and their families first.
God bless you, God bless the Legion Family, and God bless the USA!
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I am so excited to be here for the national convention to help celebrate the accomplishments made during this year. Each year, I look forward to catching up with old friends and making new ones. The American Legion Family is such a wonderful group of amazing and talented people, and I am honored to be a part of it. I am grateful to the Department of Wisconsin for hosting this year. I am looking forward to a wonderful week of learning, encouragement and motivation as we recap 2021-2022 highlights.
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MIDDLE LEFT: Dillard delivers The American Legion’s 2022 legislative priorities to a joint session of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. Photo by T.J. Kirkpatrick
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TOP RIGHT: Dillard, Auxiliary National President Kathy Daudistel and SAL National Commander Michael Fox at Eastgate Park in Raleigh, N.C. Photo by John West
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RIGHT PAGE TOP: Dillard christens the American Legion boat prior to its inaugural launch in the 25th Head of the Cuyahoga Regatta at the Cleveland Rowing Foundation in Rivergate Park, Cleveland. Photo by Angelo Merendino
BOTTOM: Dillard and Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, participate in a dedication ceremony of the “Statue of Liberation” in Normandy, France.
BOTTOM LEFT: Dillard tours the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Va., on June 29, 2022. Photo by Jill Nance Waugh
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BOTTOM RIGHT: Dillard speaks to the National Executive Committee at the Spring Meetings in May. Photo by Eric Madden
MIDDLE RIGHT: Dillard presents USS Constitution Commander B.J. Farrell with an American Legion membership in Boston.
LEFT PAGE TOP LEFT: INDYCAR driver Tony Kanaan visits with National Commander Paul E. Dillard at the Sheraton Hotel Pool Deck after the Indianapolis 500 Festival Parade on May 28.
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92022 National Convention Guide Michael E. Walton Chairman, Illinois Charles E. Gannon Vice Chairman, Maryland Mark A. Gullion Commander’sNational Rep., Indiana Larry MarcouillierJ. Consultant, Delaware Dianne M. Boland Consultant, Florida Kenneth J. Goth Consultant, Missouri Robert F. Neville Consultant, New York Mary Lepley Georgia Louis R. Gard California Dennis O. Brenden South Dakota Benjamin E. Headen Arizona Nikki S. Randolph Maryland Wayne D. Satrom North Dakota William AndersonE. Ohio James PrendergastE. Texas David L. Buist Michigan Roger P. Mathison Wisconsin Kenneth R. Queen Ex-Officio Member, Arizona Milton K. Lashus Advisory Board, Massachusetts Michael J. Maxa Advisory Board, Minnesota Zeste C. Debro Advisory Board, Georgia D. Joseph Jackson NEC Chairman,Liaison, Connecticut Jeffrey K. Crouser NEC Liaison, Delaware Phil Youngblood NEC Liaison, Georgia Thomas K. Goodin NEC Liaison, Missouri David S. Shore NEC Liaison, North Carolina Robert L. Shappell NEC Liaison, Wisconsin Ted DeMicchi President Robert “Bob” Batty 1st Vice President Jim Waltich Provost Al Richards Finance Officer Cathy Gorst Counsel Nathan Gear Dept. of AdjutantWisconsin Chuck Roessler GuestsDistinguished RotheringCandice GuestsDistinguished Joan Sallee GuestsDistinguished Linda Pfeiffer Information Registration& Julia Atkinson Memorial Service Jim Schmidt Badges & Packets Mark Sandow DriverCommander’sNational Kendel D. Feilen Adjutant’sNational Driver PNC RohanDenise Adviser Past NVC Dave Gough Adviser Past NVC Russ Hanseter Adviser Greg Eirich Dept. of AdviserCommander/Wisconsin Roger Mathison AdviserCommunicationsCommissionConvention2022CorporatioinConvention2022
Sons and American Legion Family, and welcome to the Sons of The American Legion’s 50th convention. This year has been one for the record books. Riding the roller coaster of the pandemic, I am proud of all members who kept pushing forward to honor our nation’s heroes at historic numbers. This year has proven to the world that the American Legion Family will not lay down in times of need. The Sons have shown that we are a united brotherhood. Congratulations to all of you for the amazing accomplishments this past year. This year showed what we can accomplish with teamwork. This amazing year was centered around three key words: Inspire, Motivate and Teamwork. In closing this year out, there is no question that many of you were inspired. That inspiration allowed you to motivate your brothers and sisters and work together. We are a stronger family now because of it. Keep the passion moving forward, as we still have more work to do, as we want “No Veteran Left Behind.” I cannot thank all of you enough for your participation in my Flying Flags for Heroes project. The goal was set to place 1 million U.S. flags on the graves of our nation’s heroes. Working together, we have shattered that goal. Because of your hard work and dedication, cemeteries across this nation have been covered with Old Glory all year long. The Stars and Stripes have been prominent since Day 1 and the public has taken notice. Great work! We will be holding our 50th National Convention in the Miller High Life Theater, and I would like to invite each and every one of you to stop by and support your Sons. Thank you for allowing me to lead us into the next generation.
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Always remember that there is no limit to the amount of good we can do. We are the American Legion Family; we are Legion Family strong. God bless our veterans, God bless our military in harm’s way, and God bless the United States of America.
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2017/RENO National Commander Jeff Frain of Arizona presents his national vice commanders with vials of sand from the Normandy D-Day beaches.
1973/HONOLULU Honolulu hosts the 2nd National Convention, led by National Commander Robert Faust of California. Housing was so tight, attendees “met outdoors, under a canopy.”
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The Sons celebrate 90 years of service at the 50th National Convention. PNC Joe Gladden, chairman of the 50th Convention Commemoration Committee, unveils a special challenge coin in May to honor the milestone.
At the 25th National Convention, the Sons announce they have raised more funds ($116,026.88) for the Child Welfare Foundation than The American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary combined.
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The Sons celebrate their 75th anniversary at the 36th National Convention in a big year of volunteer VA work and representation on the National VA Volunteer Services board.
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Squadron 37 in Arizona wins the first national Sons of The American Legion Color Guard Contest.
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Commander Doug Bible promotes the Sons in a live broadcast of the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation Telethon at Universal Studios, hosted by Michael Landon and Gloria Loring.
A new Sons of The American Legion Veterans Employment & Education Commission is established.
National Commander Richard League throws full SAL support behind an American Legion Family campaign to raise $1 million for the Child Welfare Foundation. The coordinated effort raises $1.2 million.
The era of workshops and caucuses ends with the 1st SAL National Convention.
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National Commander Kevin Winkelmann, son of a World War II veteran, chooses the National World War II Memorial as his special fundraising project.
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New awards are introduced, including the Earl A. Webster Memorial Trophy for best detachment rehabilitation report, won by Maryland.
COVID-19 pandemic results in cancellation of convention scheduled for Louisville, Ky., and National Commander Clint Bolt’s term is extended.
The Detachment of Indiana wins the first national Sons of The American Legion History Book Contest.
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The Sons celebrate a 13% membership increase to break the goal of 120,000 by nearly 5,000.
Following a theme of “communication, commitment and recognition,” the Sons break the $500,000 mark in one year for the Child Welfare Foundation.
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26 8 a.m. Detachment Commanders Training 10 a.m. Pre-Convention NEC Meeting 1 p.m. Call to Order Salute to the Colors PreamblePledgeInvocationofAllegiancetotheConstitution of the Sons of The American Legion Reading of the Convention Call Roll OpeningCall WelcomeRemarksfromHost Detachment Salute to the Colors Recess SATURDAY, AUG. 27 9 a.m. Call to Order Salute to the Colors LegislativeRollPledgeInvocationofAllegianceCallandRules Committee Final Report of the National FirstCommanderReportof Credentials MembershipCommittee Committee Report and ChildAwardsWelfare Foundation Committee PresentationAwards of National History Book Contest Awards Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Committee Report and Awards Internal Affairs Committee Report Americanism Committee Report and PresentationAwards of the Community Service Scrapbook Awards Children and Youth Committee Report and Awards Veterans Education and Employment NationalReport Vice Commanders Reports Legislative and Rules Committee FinanceReport Committee Report Constitution and By-Laws Committee FinalReportReport of the Credentials RecessCommittee 1 p.m. Area Caucuses (or immediately following recess) 2 p.m. SAL 50th Convention Banquet (hosted by 50th HiltonCommemorationConventionCommittee)MilwaukeeCityCenter, Crystal Ballroom, 5th Floor SUNDAY, AUG. 28 8 Calla.m.to Order Salute to the Colors NationalRollPledgeInvocationofAllegianceCallConvention Memorial IntroductionService of 2022 National Sons of The American Legion Color Guard SpecialChampionsOrder of Business Nominations of Sons of The American Legion National Officers Election of Officers: National Commander National Vice Commanders (5) 10:30 a.m. Recess for Joint Memorial Service 11 a.m. Joint Patriotic Memorial Service 12:30 p.m. Call to Order Salute to the Colors Installation of Newly Elected Officers RetirementBenedictionof Colors Final Adjournment 2 p.m. Post-Convention NEC Meeting of THE LEGIONAMERICANAgenda Sons
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For others who may someday be caregivers, Clough offers“Youadvice.areso busy worrying about them and their needs that you tend to forget about you,” she said. “Took me a year to figure that out. I started to fall apart and cry and go into that dark and deep place, and I needed to get some help. I’m not superwoman.”
Trials and triumphs. Heartbreak and healing. Caregivers often experience a wide range of emotions and life events as they care for their loved one. Many American Legion Auxiliary members are caregivers. A priority on these unsung heroes ties in with our mission, as well as the national focus for members during the 2021-2022 administrative year. The caregiver topic resonated so strongly with Auxiliary members, prompting many to reach out to ALA National Headquarters and share what it’s really like. Here are some of their stories.
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Erika Clough, Department of Maryland, is a caregiver for her aunt, Elisabeth. About three years ago, Clough and her husband moved Elisabeth into their home. “It takes you down dark roads,” Clough said about caregiving. “I told my husband one time, ‘I have gone down this path so deep, I want you to take the gun out of the safe. I’m telling you: Hide it from me. I can’t do this.’ He took the gun out and hid it.”
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If you are feeling emotionally and mentally exhausted Online learning opportunity just for caregivers A free American Legion Auxiliary-produced webinar, Mission Delivery through Caregiver Support, is available with a member ID number through the ALA Academy at alaforveterans.org. In this 30-minute course, participants learn more about caregivers as they explore 2021-2022 ALA National President Kathy Daudistel’s focus on caring for those who care for others. Watch it today!
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Patricia Gustin, Department of Pennsylvania, cared for her mother, Catherine, and still cares for her mentally ill sister, Kathy. “It was hard for all of us because our mother went from this vibrant, self-sufficient and independent woman to someone who really needed help,” Gustin said.
Livingston said she could not have survived Robert’s death without the American Legion Auxiliary and her church. Being involved in different positions, such as chair for the VA hospital gift shop, helped keep her occupied.
“I love that this is our (national ALA focus) this year,” Nickerson-Cruz said. “People don’t really think about caregivers and how much they do.”
Cynthia Adams-McGrath, Department of Maryland, is a caregiver for her son, David.
“Don’t be too hard on yourself,” she urged. “You will make mistakes, and you will learn from them.”
Noreen Nickerson-Cruz, Department of Arizona, is a caregiver for her mother, Audrey.
For those who are caregivers or may be someday, Adams-McGrath offers her two cents. “Take time for yourself and be gentle with yourself because you are doing the best you can,” she said. “Be the best advocate you know how to be. Find the support where you can get it. Sometimes, I feel swallowed up in caregiving. When I get to that point, I do what I need to do for myself. It took me a while to realize I had to care for myself. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it.”
152022 National Convention Guide as the caregiver, Gustin said, get professional help. Being able to talk to someone who can help with your issues and help you understand your role is beneficial. “You find yourself so swept up in the caregiver role, you end up having no life of your own,” she said. “Don’t let that happen to you.”
Georgette Wenton, Department of Pennsylvania, is a caregiver for her husband, Jason. It’s one thing to be a caregiver for someone. It’s an entirely other thing to be a caregiver and go through major health issues yourself. This is ALA member Georgette Wenton’s reality. She was diagnosed with stage 2 ovarian cancer while also continuing to care for her husband, Jason. He served during Desert Storm with the Army combat engineers. Jason developed a rash related to his job duties while deployed, and it was misdiagnosed as a heat rash when it was gout. Unfortunately, he was allergic to every gout medicine, and the only way to keep it under control was through prednisone, which led to other issues.
“Even though I still have him, I can grieve the life we had before,” Wenton said. “Our relationship will never be the same.”Forthose who will become caregivers in the near or distant future, Wenton offers simple, yet effective advice.
David gave me purpose. I had to take care of him even though I didn’t feel like taking care of myself. Something inside me said that taking care of him will get me through what I was feeling.”
David received a formal diagnosis of cerebral palsy as a toddler, and Adams-McGrath has been caring for him since.“David saved me,” she said. “I had depression when I was in my mid-30s. I didn’t think I could come out of it.
“I had Auxiliary people call me constantly to make sure I was OK and if I needed anything,” she said. “I could have called a number of people.”
Donna Nemeth, Department of Florida, is a caregiver for her father, Stephen. “I always knew I would be his caregiver,” Nemeth said about her father, a World War II veteran and member of The American Legion. “My mother died when I was 16.
One difficulty she faces as a caregiver is isolation. As American Legion Family members who may not be caregivers yet, Nickerson-Cruz suggests checking on caregivers multiple times throughout the week to help battle isolation. “Let (caregivers) know you are thinking of them,” she said. “It would be wonderful if someone could stop in and visit — even just 10 to 15 minutes gives them someone to talk to.”
Toni Kettner, Department of Michigan, is a caregiver for her husband, Jason. “I took that vow to death — sickness and in health — everything,” she said. “I would do it over again. I would choose this life over and wouldn’t think twice.” In 2006, Jason became really sick from serviceconnected disabilities. Much of what he has falls under Gulf War Syndrome. He also has fibromyalgia and was diagnosed with early stages of dementia. Kettner and Jason weren’t married at the time Jason started feeling ill, but good friends who stayed in touch over the years. As a veteran, he spent three and a half years homeless. The two reconnected in 2012. “The American Legion Family has helped with caregiving,” Kettner said. “It is wonderful to belong to the Legion Family. I haven’t found any other organization that has given me as much care and understanding.”
Joyce Livingston, Department of Arizona, was a caregiver for her husband, Robert. “No one knows what a caregiver goes through until they become one themselves,” Livingston said. “You have to want to do it. You have to be there and put your heart into it. If you’re not willing to do everything you need to do, you won’t survive.”
From a young age, Cynthia Adams-McGrath took care of her younger siblings while her parents worked, ultimately preparing her for a life of what was to come.
Photo by Matt Roth
TOP, LEFT TO RIGHT: Erika Clough with her aunt, Elisabeth; Patricia Gustin with her late mother, Catherine; Noreen Nickerson-Cruz with her mother, Audrey.
Photo by Sarah Rice
Photo by Jacob Langston
BOTTOM, LEFT TO RIGHT: Cynthia Adams-McGrath and her son, David; Nemeth and her father; Amy Kniffin with her late grandmother, Dorlisca.
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PAGE 14: Caregiver Donna Nemeth helps her father, Stephen.
MIDDLE, LEFT TO RIGHT: Toni Kettner and her husband, Jason; Georgette Wenton and her husband, Jason; Joyce Livingston with her late husband, Robert.
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation provides caregiving support, peer networking and training for caregivers of military servicemembers and veterans.
• Sign up as a volunteer with VA’s Compassionate Contact Corps or the Volunteer in Home Visitors Program. volunteer.va.gov
• Do you provide care for a servicemember or veteran who may need assistance due to wounds, illness or injury?
The National Institute on Aging - National Institutes of Health is a federal government agency under the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and offers information on elder caregiving.
• Do you contribute to the care of a servicemember or veteran by taking them to medical appointments, managing medication or arranging any form of health care?
• Facebook.com/groups/ALAVAR
What you can do to help caregivers
From her experience, a big piece of advice she has for caregivers is to have documents in place while the loved one is still in a good mindset — have a living will, donot-resuscitate order (if applicable) and other important documents needed for end of life. Also, knowing if your loved one wants to go into assisted living, wants to be at home, wants to stay with family, etc., is important.
VA’s Caregivers Advocate Program provides tools for military caregivers.
• caregiving.org The National Alliance for Caregiving is a national nonprofit agency dedicated to policy issues and tracking legislation dealing with family caregiving issues.
To read all of these caregiver stories in full, visit alaforveterans.org/magazine for the February, May and August 2022 Auxiliary magazine issues.
Caregiver resources
Amy Kniffin, Department of New York, was a caregiver for her 100-year-old grandmother, Dorlisca. Kniffin lost her Navy veteran father in February 2020. Although she helped her dad with her grandmother while he was sick, for the next two years, she became the sole caregiver for her 100-year-old grandmother, Dorlisca.Asthose who care for others have experienced, taking time for yourself is extremely valuable. “If you get a minute and can take a shower and refresh yourself or change your clothes or sit outside, do it,” she said. “The person you are taking care of will be fine without you for a little while. Reach out to friends and family. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.”
• Do you feel responsible to care for a servicemember or veteran because they are your spouse, son/ daughter, friend, sibling or other family member?
• nia.nih.gov/health/caregiving
The ALA Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Facebook group is a great forum for caregivers to share ideas, challenges and other helpful information. Any member of the American Legion Family can request to join the group.
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The Military and Veteran Caregiver Network offers an online support network and other services for military caregivers.
How to identify: Am I a military or veteran caregiver?
• Do you ever feel alone or isolated because no one around you does the same thing or seems to Ifunderstand?youanswered
• elizabethdolefoundation.org
• milvetcaregivernetwork.org
• warriorcare.dodlive.mil/Caregiver-Resources Warrior Care is the Department of Defense caregiver resource directory.
I cared for her too. She had cancer.” In addition to her caregiving duties, Nemeth still works full-time with a hybrid schedule. “It’s very difficult for me to watch my father slowly going downhill and not be able to do anything about it, to the point where he can’t get out of bed without assistance,” she said with a heavy voice. “I don’t get as good of a night’s sleep — he calls out to help him go to the bathroom. Emotionally, it’s draining on me. It feels like I have two full-time jobs.”
YES to any of these questions, you may be a military or veteran caregiver.
• Do you help a servicemember or veteran who struggles with stress, emotional issues, anger or depression?
• caregiver.va.gov
• Report hours spent as a caregiver to a family member. For more information, contact the ALA’s Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Committee at va&r@alaforveterans.org
• Familiarize yourself with resources such as The American Legion’s service officer corps.
18 legion.org/convention STAY TUNED FOR ALA AWARD INFORMATIONRECIPIENT Each year at the American Legion Auxiliary’s largest gathering of members on the biggest stage of the year, the ALA recognizes the Public Spirit Award, Salute to Servicemembers Award and Unit Member of the Year recipients. Stay tuned to ALA media at alaforveterans.org/blog and our Facebook page at @ALAforVeterans to learn more about these 2022 prestigious Auxiliary awards. • Public Spirit Award Recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations for contributions that positively impact communities through service to veterans, military and their families. • Salute to Servicemembers Honors military personnel who are currently serving our country in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Force, and National Guard and reserve components. • Unit Member of the Year Recognizes those serving at the unit level who exemplify the values and ideals of the Auxiliary and whose accomplishments have a significant impact on program work in their units. Purchase at emblem.legion.org or by calling (888) 453-4466, or download free www.ALAforVeterans.org/coloring-booksat American Auxiliary Headquarters www.ALAforVeterans.org The American Legion Auxiliary started connecting the visual image of the poppy with the service made by our veterans. American Legion www.ALAforVeterans.org Veterans and volunteers handcraft the poppiesto distribute in exchange for donations.The donations help veterans, military,and their families in our communities. veterans,American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Coloring BookTakeaparentalong whenyou’relittle. Only trick-or-treat at homes with porch lights on. BOO American Legion Auxiliary Coloring Book Have A Halloween!Safe New ALA Coloring Book: America The Beautiful And crown thy good with brotherhood Written by Katharine Lee AmericanBates Legion Auxiliary Coloring Book Halloween and poppy coloring books are also available. Want to be an ALA States Dinner winner? Join us for our second annual silent auction fundraiser benefiting the American Legion Auxiliary Foundation. All items will be on display during ALA’s States Dinner. Auction closes Aug. 31 at 9 p.m. CT. Use your smartphone camera and scan this code! Bidding starts Aug. 29! (or go to .com/auctions/ALA-32459)www.charityauctionstoday
192022 National Convention Guide AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY DIRECTORY All information is subject to change. National Headquarters Office 201 A-B, Wisconsin Center General Convention Sessions Exhibit Hall C, Wisconsin Center National Convention Chairman’s 201OfficeC,Wisconsin Center Flowers and Corsages 201 C, Wisconsin Center 201MailroomC,Wisconsin Center National Headquarters Hotel Hyatt Regency Milwaukee AGENDA OVERVIEW: AUGUST 27 – SEPTEMBER 1 All meetings will be held in the Wisconsin Center or Hyatt Regency. Schedule is subject to change. See a more detailed agenda when you arrive in Milwaukee. SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 8 - 9 Nationala.m. Executive Committee Meeting 9:30 - 11:15 Constitutiona.m.&Bylaws Committee Pre-Convention Meeting 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Division SUNDAY,CaucusesAUGUST 28 11 Patriotica.m. Memorial Service 1 - 9 2022p.m.Oktoberfest (American Legion Day) 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. (Tentative) Department Pages Meeting MONDAY, AUGUST 29 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Opening Convention Session TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 8 a.m.Public12:30ConventionNoonSessionp.m.SpiritAward Luncheon 6:30 Americanp.m. Legion National Commander’s WEDNESDAY,Banquet AUGUST 31 8 a.m.Installation2ConventionNoonSession-3:30p.m.of2022-2023 National Officers 7 Statesp.m. THURSDAY,Dinner SEPTEMBER 1 7:30 a.m. 2022-2023(Tentative)National Executive Committee National8:30Orientationa.m.(Tentative)ExecutiveCommittee Meeting Stay Connected: #AuxCon22
8. There shall be no public presentation of gifts during National Convention except by prearrangement with the National President.
6. Only authorized photographers shall be permitted on stage during the Convention sessions.
10. Only National Committee Chairmen and voting delegates of the Convention may make motions and address the National Convention in debate. To address the Convention, the voting delegate shall rise and (1) proceed to a microphone, (2) address the Chair, (3) wait to be recognized by the Chair, and (4) upon being recognized by the Chair shall state their name and Department.
11. All main motions, resolutions, and amendments from the floor shall be presented in writing immediately to the Chair on the motion forms provided, signed by the person making the motion. The completed motion form is then to be handed to the nearest Presidential Page for immediate delivery to the Chair.
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12. Debate on any question shall be limited to two minutes. No delegate may address the Convention a second time on the same question until all delegates who desire to speak on the topic have spoken. During debate, delegates, alternates, and guests are to remain seated within their own delegation or assigned seating area unless they are approaching the microphone, completing a motion form, or entering or exiting the general session.
Each Department’s Delegation Chairman or Delegation Secretary shall sign for the electronic voting packets as instructed. Departments will be charged $150 for each device not returned each day. Inside each voting packet shall be: a. One certification sheet, which shall specify the number of votes to be cast as certified by the Credentials Chairman; b. An equal number of electronic voting devices as stated on the certification sheet.
18. If and when a paper ballot is used, each Department’s Delegation Chairman shall: a. Appoint two delegates to assist her in counting the number of votes cast; b. Distribute a ballot to each voting delegate; c. Enter onto the certification sheet the total number of votes cast, plus the absentee votes, witnessed by the assistants; d. Place the certification sheet and all the ballots in the ballot envelope; e. Remove the name of the Department from the ballot envelope; f. Return the ballot envelope as instructed.
20. Nomination of candidates for National Division Vice President shall be held prior to the convening of the National Convention at the Division caucuses held on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Nominations from the convention floor for National Division Vice President shall not be permitted.
4. Smoking is not permitted. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. All electronic communication devices shall be turned off or silenced.
17. When the Chair deems paper ballots are to be used, a ballot envelope shall be provided for each Department. Placed inside each envelope shall be: a. One certification sheet, which shall specify the number of votes to be cast as certified by the Credentials Chairman; b. An equal number of ballots as stated on the certification sheet.
3. The audience shall remain seated during the business of the Convention. Doors will remain open unless noise or distractions interfere with the conducting of business. Persons leaving the Convention Hall during balloting, elections, or speaker presentations will not be allowed to re-enter the Convention Hall until the balloting or election is completed, or the guest speaker has concluded his/her presentation. Delegates may leave or enter the National Convention Hall without an escort.
2. The Credentials Committee shall report at such times as directed by the Chair.
7. The National President shall appoint a Minutes Approval Committee to approve the National Convention Minutes.
21. Nomination of candidates for the office of National CONVENTION STANDING RULES
15. Voting shall be by voice vote or by an electronic voting device, except when the Chair deems it necessary to use some other method. Voting by electronic voting device shall be deemed to be a division of the assembly.
13. Pages may deliver messages to the stage and to other delegations at any time.
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19. The National President shall appoint an Election and Tally Committee.
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5. Admission to the business sessions at the National Convention shall be restricted to those persons displaying the official Convention badge or other acceptable official credentials, or who are under the age of twelve (12) years.
14. Each delegate shall be entitled to one vote. The vote of any delegate absent and not represented by an alternate may be cast with the majority of the delegates present from the delegate’s Department, in accordance with the current National Constitution, Bylaws, and Standing Rules.
1. The Chair may deviate from the printed program when necessary or expedient.
9. The Chairman of each Department delegation shall be charged with the responsibility of ensuring that only accredited delegates wearing official Convention badges are seated with their delegation. Chairmen of special or standing committees required to report at the National Convention are permitted to be seated with the delegate body. If a delegate is absent from a meeting, an alternate delegate shall take the delegate’s place.
16. Packets containing electronic voting devices shall be provided for each Department. Electronic voting devices shall not be removed from the National Convention Hall.
24. Election of national officers shall be held on Wednesday. When there is but one candidate for any office, the nominee may be elected by voice. When there is more than one candidate for a national office, the election shall be by paper or electronic ballot, as determined by the presiding officer. A majority of votes cast shall elect each officer. When no candidate receives a majority of votes on the first ballot, a second ballot shall be taken between the candidates receiving the two highest numbers of votes, with the candidate receiving the most votes on the second ballot being elected.
22. Nominating speeches shall be limited to two minutes for each candidate except for the candidate(s) for National President who will be allowed four minutes. There shall be no seconding speeches.
proposed after the 20-day distribution date may be adopted by a two-thirds vote of the National Convention delegates, provided they have been read at one session of the National Convention prior to taking the vote.
An amendment not having been previously read or distributed as stated above may be adopted by the unanimous vote of the National Convention delegates.
The ALA Constitution and Bylaws may be amended at any National Convention by a two-thirds vote of the National Convention delegates, provided that the proposed amendments shall have been submitted through the National Secretary to the Departments and members of the National Executive Committee by distributing same to them at least twenty (20) days prior to the convening of the next National Convention. Departments shall be responsible for distributing the proposed amendments to their delegates to the National AmendmentsConvention.
CONVENTION COMMITTEE Convention Chairman Amy Luft Convention Vice Chairman Maggie Geiger Flowers & Corsages Chairman Linda Kostka Flowers & Corsages Vice Chairman Darcy Kostka Local Pages Chairman Sandy Mack Local Pages Vice Chairman Shirley Krier Mailroom Chairman Christine Johnsen Mailroom Vice Chairman Morgan Johnsen Driver, National President Donna Jensen SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS Credentials Chairman Donna Dillard Rules Chairman Judy Lynch Resolutions Committee Ann Crawford, Chairman Sharon Atkins, Vice Chairman Diane Spencer, Member National President’s Pages Karen Toll, Chairman Doug McQuire Alica PatriciaBuserBryant Distinguished Guests Committee Carlene Ashworth, Chairman Jan DesireéPulvermacher-RyanStoy NATIONAL CONVENTION COMMITTEE & SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS
23. Following nominating speeches for national officers on Wednesday, each of the nominees for National President, National Vice President, National Chaplain, and National Historian shall be introduced to the National Convention by the Auxiliary member making the nomination, said introduction to be only by name and Department affiliation. In response to the introduction, the nominee shall be allowed a maximum of two minutes for remarks.
26. These rules may be amended during the Convention by a two-thirds vote.
Note: The following are provisions of the American Legion Auxiliary National Constitution, Bylaws, and Standing Rules that relate to amendments and resolutions. As such, they are not part of the National Convention Standing Rules but are included for convenient reference and edification of the National Convention body.
212022 National Convention Guide President, National Vice President, National Chaplain, and National Historian shall be made from the convention floor on Wednesday.
25. The National Convention Parliamentarian and designated NHQ staff are authorized to correct article and section designations, punctuation, and crossreferences, and to make such technical, grammatical, formatting, and conforming changes as may be necessary to reflect the intent of the voting delegates.
Try these simpler versions which can be printed from your home office — and without stealing all of your ink! We removed the color block headers from the original brochure (which you can still order from your department/state ALA office if you prefer) to make In a rush? Need American Legion Family applications quickly for an event? DUES RECEIPT _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Recruiter’sName ______________________________________________________________________ AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Address HomePhone / Applicant’sRelationshiptotheVeteran: MaleSpouse ToBeCompletedByTheAmericanLegionPostAdjutant/Officer cation Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MembershipID#formermemberPleasecheckwareraand branch of service below: IcertifythatIhaveservedfederalactivedutyintheUnitedSignedbyapplicant Ifyouareanewmember,sendthiscompletedapplicationwithannualduestoTheAmericanLegion,Attn:Membership,P.O.Box1055,Indianapolis,IN46206(checkwww.legion.org/joinforduesamount),ortakeittoalocalpost.Tolocateapostnearyou,clickon“FindaPost”atwww.legion.org. Date_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Recruitedby______________________________________________________________Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Veteranthroughwhomeligibilityisestablished________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (a)AboveisamemberingoodstandingofPostNo.OR(b)Aboveisadeceasedveteranwhoservedhonorablyfrom _________________________________________________to_____________________________________________________ (c)Relationshipofapplicanttoveteran ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________HasapplicantpreviouslybeenamemberoftheSAL?IherebysubscribetotheConstitutionoftheSonsofTheAmericanLegionandapplyformembership._________________________________________________________ MailcompletedapplicationtoSonsofTheAmericanLegiondepartment/stateheadquarters.Annualduesmustaccompanycompletedapplication.Asklocalcontactforamountdue.Forcurrentdetachmentaddress,gotoTheAmericanLegiondepartment/stateheadquarters,orvisitwww.legion.org. Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ $___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________for20_______Dues______________________________________________________________________AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION EmailAddress Unit#andLocation(ifknown)18andover guardianifunder18) unitisunknown, To Be Completed By TheAmerican Legion PostAdjutant/Officer Icertifythattheabovenamedindividualservedatleastonedmarkedaboveandwashonorablydischargedorisstillservingh Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you are a new member, send this completed application with annual dues to TheAmerican Legion,Attn: Membership, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206 (check www.legion.org/join for dues amount), or take it to a local post. To locate a post near you, click on “Find a Post” at www.legion.org. _______________________________________________________________________________Recruitedby ______________________________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Veteranthroughwhomeligibilityisestablished ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (a)AboveisamemberingoodstandingofPostNo. _________________________________________________ OR(b)Aboveisadeceasedveteranwhoservedhonorablyfrom _________________________________________________to ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________IherebysubscribetotheConstitutionoftheSonsofTheAmericanLegionandapplyformembership. Email_______________________________________________________________________ Mail completed application to Sons of TheAmerican Legion department/state headquarters.Annual dues must accompany completed application.Ask local contact for amount due. For current detachment address, go to TheAmerican Legion department/state headquarters, or visit www.legion.org. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signedbyapplicant(checkwww.legion.org/joinforduesamount),ortakeittoalocalpost.Tolocateapostnearyou,clickon“FindaPost”atwww.legion.org. Address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ No (Ifyes,fillinbelow, SubmitthisapplicationtotheALAunityouwishtojoin.Ifunitisunknown, Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ StatesArmedForcessinceDecember7,1941,andhavebeenhonorablydischargedorIamstillserving. If you are a new member, send this completed application with annual dues to The American Legion, Attn: Membership, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206 _______________________________________________________________________________Recruitedby ______________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________to_____________________________________________________ Mail completed application to Sons of The American Legion department/state headquarters. Annual dues must accompany completed application. Ask local contactDate_______________________ Veteranthroughwhomeligibilityisestablished(a)AboveisamemberingoodstandingofPostNo.OR(b)Aboveisadeceasedveteranwhoservedhonorablyfrom(c)RelationshipofapplicanttoveteranHasapplicantpreviouslybeenamemberoftheSAL?IherebysubscribetotheConstitutionoftheSonsofTheAmericanLegionandapplyformembership.foramountdue.Forcurrentdetachmentaddress,gotoTheAmericanLegiondepartment/stateheadquarters,orvisitwww.legion.org. Recruiter’s Phone # Address_______________________________________________________________________________ Veteranthroughwhomeligibilityisestablished(a)AboveisamemberingoodstandingofPostNo.OR(b)AboveisadeceasedveteranwhoservedhonorablyfromIherebysubscribetotheConstitutionoftheSonsofTheAmericanLegionandapplyformembership. ReceivedDateFrom Recruiter’s Recruiter’sNameSignature Departmentof City State ZIP Home Phone Cell Phone EmailAddress Unit # and Location (if known) / / Date of Birth (Required) Haveyoubeenamemberpreviously? if known.) ALAID#: SignatureofApplicant (or legal guardian if under 18) Date (Female Veterans: ListYour Own Name) IfLiving:AmericanLegionMemberID# ayofactivedutyduringthedatesonorably. PostAdjutant/OfficerMembershipVerification Date Date of Birth Address State ZIP Membership ID# former member Post # Phone # Email Gender (check www.legion.org/join for dues amount), or take it to a local post. To locate a post near you, click on “Find a Post” at www.legion.org. Date_______________________ Detachment of SquadronNo. Birth date Name Initial Last Street Phone Veteran through whom eligibility is established (a)AboveisamemberingoodstandingofPostNo. HasapplicantpreviouslybeenamemberoftheSAL?IherebysubscribetotheConstitutionoftheSonsofTheAmericanLegionandapplyformembership. Email Signedbyapplicant for amount due. For current detachment address, go to The American Legion department/state headquarters, or visit www.legion.org. DUES RECEIPT (Please Print) ___________________________________Date___________________________________ReceivedFrom$__________________for20_______Dues___________________________________ Recruiter’s Name ___________________________________ Recruiter’s Signature ___________________________________ Recruiter’s Phone # DUES RECEIPT (Please Print) ___________________________________Date___________________________________ReceivedFrom$__________________for20_______Dues___________________________________ Squadron No. ___________________________________ Department of DUES RECEIPT (Please Print) ___________________________________Date___________________________________ReceivedFrom$__________________for20_______Dues___________________________________ Recruiter’s Name ___________________________________ Recruiter’s Signature ___________________________________ Recruiter’s Phone # AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION THE AMERICAN LEGION – MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION APPLICANT INFORMATION Full Name Address City State ZIP Home Phone Cell Phone Email Address Unit # and Location (if known) / / ❏ Birth - 17 ❏ 18 and over Date of Birth (Required) Have you been a member previously? ❏ Yes ❏ No (If yes, fill in below, if known.) Previous Unit City/State: ______________________________ ALA ID#: __________________// Signature ofApplicant (or legal guardian if under 18) Date Submit this application to the ALA unit you wish to join. If unit is unknown, contact National Headquarters at (317) 569-4500 for assistance. Annual dues must accompany completed application. Ask local contact for amount due. Membership pending approval of application. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Eligible Through—Name of Veteran (Female Veterans: List Your Own Name) If Living:American Legion Member ID # (Required) Post # City State ❏ Deceased (If veteran is deceased, contact ALA unit about the necessary military records.) Veteran Served: ❏ WWI Anytime(4/6/1917-11/11/1918)After12/7/1941(check all that apply): ❏ Global War on Terror ❏ Lebanon/Grenada ❏ WWII ❏ GulfWar ❏ Vietnam ❏ Other Conflicts ❏ Panama ❏ Korea Applicant’s Relationship to the Veteran: ❏ Male Spouse ❏ Female Spouse ❏ Mother ❏ Grandmother ❏ Sister ❏ Self ❏ Daughter ❏ Granddaughter To Be Completed By The American Legion Post Adjutant/Officer I certify that the above named individual served at least one day of active duty during the dates marked above and was honorably discharged or is still serving honorably. / / PostAdjutant/Officer Membership Verification Date ALA 05/2021 Name ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ First Initial Last Date of Birth Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street City State ZIP _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Membership ID# former member Post # Phone # Email Gender Please check war era and branch of service below: ❏ Global War on Terror ❏ U.S.Army ❏ GulfWar ❏ U.S. Navy ❏ Panama ❏ U.S. Air Force ❏ Lebanon/Grenada ❏ U.S. Marines ❏ Vietnam ❏ U.S. Space Force ❏ Korea ❏ U.S. Coast Guard ❏ WWII ❏ Merchant Marines (WWII only) ❏ Other Conflicts I certify that I have served federal active duty in the United StatesArmed Forces since December 7, 1941, and have been honorably discharged or I am still serving. Signed by applicant_____________________________________________________Date ________________________ Name of recruiter ___________________________________________ If you are a new member, send this completed application with annual dues to The American Legion, Attn: Membership, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, IN 46206 (check www.legion.org/join for dues amount), or take it to a local post. To locate a post near you, click on “Find a Post” at www.legion.org. D17010 ❏ Male ❏ Female Date_______________________ Detachment of _________________________________________________ Squadron No.________________________________________ Birth date ____________________________________ Name_______________________________________________________________________________Recruitedby ______________________________________________________________ First Initial Last Initial Last Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street City State ZIP Phone Veteran through whom eligibility is established ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (a)Above is a member in good standing of Post No. _________________________________________________ Department of _____________________________________________________ OR (b)Above is a deceased veteran who served honorably from _________________________________________________to _____________________________________________________ (c) Relationship of applicant to veteran ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Has applicant previously been a member of the SAL? _____________________________________________________ Where? _____________________________________________________ I hereby subscribe to the Constitution of the Sons of TheAmerican Legion and apply for membership. Email_______________________________________________________________________ Transmit $ _________________________________for20____________ annual membership dues Signed by applicant (or legal guardian if under 18) _________________________________________________________ Eligibility certified by __________________________________________ Mail completed application to Sons of The American Legion department/state headquarters. Annual dues must accompany completed application. Ask local contact for amount due. For current detachment address, go to The American Legion department/state headquarters, or visit www.legion.org. D17010 things easier for your membership recruiting activities. Visit www.ALAforVeterans.org to download this black-and-white version. www.ALAforVeterans.org © American Legion Auxiliary National Headquarters. All rights reserved. 06/2022
2. Delegates desiring to make a motion or address the National Convention shall rise, address the chair as appropriate and state their name and the name of their department before proceeding.
15. Voting shall be by acclamation, except when a roll call is demanded by the chairmen of at least three departments. Election of national officers shall be by roll call.
18. Nominations for national officers shall be from the floor on roll call of the departments alphabetically arranged. Each department may present as many candidates as it chooses.
23. At the conclusion of balloting on national vice commanders, each department delegation chairman shall deliver a written ballot to the tellers. Such ballots shall be in the hands of the tellers before communication is made to the national commander for announcement of the results.
1. Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall be the authority on parliamentary procedure, with the following modifications set forth herein.
14. There shall be no unit rule of voting.
10. A delegation secretary, if not an accredited delegate or alternate, shall be seated with the secretary’s delegation.
26. The consent of two-thirds of the voting strength of the National Convention is necessary for suspension of the rules of the National Convention.
24. Those recognized by the national commander shall be entitled to a respectful hearing, and the chair shall have the authority to clear the gallery or the floor or have the sergeants-atarms escort from the National Convention anyone creating a disturbance or interfering with orderly procedure.
16. In the event a department has not provided the method by which alternates shall be designated to serve in the place of absent delegates, the chairman of the delegation shall make such designation.
25. None of the above rules shall be construed as preventing an alternate delegate from serving on a National Convention committee.
17. Prior to the election of national officers, the national commander shall appoint, subject to approval of the National Convention, a judge of election and such number of tellers as deemed necessary, provided that the total tellers so appointed shall be an odd number. In a contested election, candidates going to the ballot shall each be entitled to one teller of their choice.
22. The National Convention will nominate and elect a national commander, and five national vice commanders, in this sequence.
5. Only two delegates from any one delegation shall be permitted the floor on any one question. Where disagreement exists within a delegation, one delegate shall be permitted to speak on each side of the question. Upon a division of the question, however, this rule shall be applied separately for each division.
27. Any amendment to any resolution or report originating on the floor shall be presented in writing and transmitted to the presiding officer at the time of the introduction of such amendment.
8. When the poll of any department delegation is demanded by a delegate of such department, the National Convention secretary shall poll the vote without discussion of the question being voted upon.
9. On the roll calls, each delegation chairman shall poll their delegation on the floor and announce its vote.
28. Special rules applying to specific issues or order of business shall be written and presented to the National Convention by the convention committee on Credentials & Rules for adoption by majority vote at least one hour before such issue, or order, is to be considered unless such rule is agreed to by unanimous consent of the final session. Special rules shall prevail only in the National Convention adopting them. Any delegate may apply for a special rule to the convention committee on Credentials & Rules or may appeal to the National Convention for such special rule provided the rule be presented in writing, be read once from the platform, and shall lay upon the table at least one hour before the vote thereon is taken.
As contained in the “Uniform Code of Procedure for the Organization of National Conventions of The American Legion,” the following rules of convention are authorized under Article V, Section 6, of the National Constitution of The American Legion:
21. In a contested election for national vice commanders, balloting shall continue until (a) majorities and (b) pluralities are established for one or more candidates under the following provisions: If, on any ballot taken, less than five candidates receive the necessary majority to elect, the candidate or candidates receiving a majority vote shall be declared elected and a new ballot shall be taken for the remaining number of places to be filled. The candidate receiving the lowest number of votes on the preceding ballot shall be disqualified. Except, should two candidates remain to fill one place, a new ballot shall be taken.
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7. Decisions on rules of debate or parliamentary order by the presiding officer may be subject to appeal by any two delegates under a point of order. Such appeal shall take precedence over any pending questions and shall be decided forthwith. An appeal from the decision of the chair shall be put to the National Convention on the question: “Shall the chair be sustained?”
13. Department delegations may arrive at a vote in such manner as they choose, but shall announce it in terms of full units and not in terms of a fractional part of a vote. The vote of any delegate absent and not represented by an alternate shall be cast by the majority of the delegates present from the department.
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19. Nominating speeches for national officers shall be limited to five minutes each. Not more than two seconding speeches shall be made for any candidate, and said speeches shall be limited to three minutes.
6. The floor shall be permitted only once to any individual delegate on any one question, except by a two-thirds vote of the National Convention. Chairmen of convention committees may speak as frequently as may be necessary in connection with the reports of their committees. The presiding officer shall not entertain any motion which will curtail further debate without affording the committee chairman an opportunity to make the final statement of the debate.
3. Debate shall be limited to five minutes for each speaker.
12. Only accredited delegates or their alternates shall participate, directly or indirectly, in a viva voce vote on any subject before the National Convention.
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11. Past national commanders’ votes shall be cast with their delegations.
4. Debate on any one subject presented to the National Convention shall be limited to two hours except under such special rule as the National Convention shall adopt prior to debate.
20. When more than two candidates are nominated for any office, balloting shall continue until one candidate receives a majority of the votes of the National Convention, except in the election of national vice commanders.
Bob Uecker, James V. Day “Good Guy” Award
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Rob Jones, Master of Ceremonies
Hall of Fame sportscaster, U.S. Army veteran, entertainer, philanthropist and American patriot Quincy (Mass.) Sun, Patriot Award
Hon. David P. Roe, M.D., Distinguished Service Medal Roe joined the U.S. Army Medical Corps after graduating from medical school, and served in South Korea in the early 1970s. He then went into practice in Johnson City, Tenn., retiring after 31 years and 5,000 babies delivered. He was elected to Congress from Tennessee’s 1st District, where he was a champion for veterans by being instrumental in the passage of landmark legislation impacting millions, including the “Forever GI Bill” and the MISSION Act. He retired at the end of 2020. He is a 16-year Paid Up For Life member of Kings Mountain American Legion Post 24 in Johnson City.
Afghanistan veteran and Paralympian Rob Jones joined the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve as a combat engineer. In 2010, he was wounded by an exploding land mine, resulting in a left knee disarticulation and amputation of his right leg above the knee. During his recovery, Jones learned to navigate life with two bionic knees and took to rowing. He decided to train for the 2012 Paralympics, where he and his partner won bronze. He has competed in bike rides and marathons across the country. A public speaker, Jones lives in Middleburg, Va., where he is a member of American Legion Post 295.
Since its founding in 1968, the Quincy Sun has been the essential source for local news in the Massachusetts town known as the “City of Presidents.” The patriotic editorial content of the weekly newspaper follows the proud legacies of native sons John Adams, John Quincy Adams and John Hancock. Its coverage of veterans, the military and The American Legion has been top-notch and has continued under the leadership of editor Robert Bosworth. The Legion has long recognized the importance of a free press to our constitutional republic, and the Sun epitomizes the values of local news in a democratic society.
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According to a recommendation letter, Winkler “brings a positive attitude and a strong work ethic every day to the Clinton (Iowa) Fire Department.” In 2018 he prevented a suicide, and in 2019 he helped pull a resident from a burning building. He also responds with an area medical first-responders group, providing initial first aid for the community.
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Hanover County (Va.) Sheriff Hines has demonstrated a public safety career of innovation, creativity and a strong commitment to the community for more than 35 years. Among his many accomplishments, he hosted and organized the first international Global SHIELD conference, featuring crime-prevention and counter-terrorism leaders from around the world and looking at case studies from some of the most recent significant crime and terror events. help a child in need of a life-saving transplant the Children’s Organ Transplant Association. works with thousands of transplant families the country, those in area. Children’s Organ Transplant Association has been commended by The American Legion for its humanitarian efforts on behalf of children in need of organ and bone marrow transplants. Supporting
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Senior Airman Ariel L. Miranda Air Force Sgt. Christina M. Gilman Commander Paul E. Dillard,
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Marine Corps PFC Deanna Dixon Army Sgt. Katherine E. Chousa Army National Guard Marine MasonTechnicianScience3rdClassC.Couch Coast Guard Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Annie Holder Navy Spc. 4 Antonio A. Oros Space Force The Spirit of Service Award is presented to outstanding military professionals in six service branches and the National Guard who are actively committed to volunteer community service during their off-duty hours. Each servicemember is selected by their command office. The winners receive trophies from National
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292022 National Convention Guide The 2022 American Legion Boys Nation president, and Junior Shooting Sports Precision and Sporter champions, will be announced at the convention. YOUTH Champions Emma Noble Birmingham, Ala. 2022 American Legion National Oratorical Contest Winner Christopher Adam, Mechanicsburg, Pa. 2022 American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Dylan Owens Jacksonville, Fla. 2021 American Legion Baseball All-Academic Team Captain AT YOUR FINGERTIPS DOWNLOAD THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY NATIONAL CONVENTION APP Milwaukee
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312022 National Convention Guide GUESTSDistinguished Red indicatestext convention.attakeguestdistinguishedawhowillthestagethenational Christopher T. Adam 2022 Eagle Scout of the Year Mechanicsburg, Pa. Richard AndersonW. TheCommissionAmericanismChairman,American Legion Cromwell, Conn. Alderman Ashanti Hamilton President, Milwaukee Common Council Milwaukee Julia HaroldAtkinsonD.Barnett Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Douglasville, Ga. Lisa Barrett National UnitedHealthcareNavigationPresident,ViceMemberSolutions Phoenix Cory D. Bates National TheCommanderViceAmerican Legion Coventry, R.I. Robert Batty John T. Bettencourt Race to the Top winner Somerset, Mass. BiggerstaffKimberly Spring, Texas Thomas Bock Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Aurora, Colo. Connie Bolle Director of Catering WisconsinSales Center District Robert H. Bosworth Publisher, Quincy Sun Quincy, Mass. Jay Bowen MembershipChairman, & Post Activities Committee The American Legion Colorado Springs, Colo. Ralph J. Bozella Chairman, Veterans Affairs TheCommissionRehabilitation&American Legion Longmont, Colo. David N. Brechbuhl First Vice President First AdvisorsPrivateMerchantsWealth Indianapolis Steven A. Brennan Chairman, National Security Commission The American Legion Cheverly, Md. Hon. John Brieden Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Brenham, Texas Paul Bristow Senior MilwaukeeHyattManagerSalesRegency Jerome Burke Dominion President Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada Ottawa Roger Byron Senior Counsel First Liberty Institute Plano, Texas Laura Calteux Capt. (retired)Cavaliere,LouisUSN Vice ChaplainsChapelChairmanofFour Philadelphia Sgt. ChousaKatherine National Guard John P. “Jake” Comer Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Somerville, Mass. Martin Conatser Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Champaign, Ill. Ronald Conley Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Pittsburgh MST3 Mason Couch Coast Guard Jason Coward National Chairman British Royal Legion London Kathy Daudistel National AuxiliaryAmericanPresidentLegion Bellevue, Ky. Daniel M. Dellinger Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Vienna, Va. Ted DeMicchi Somers, Wis. Donna Dillard TheSpouseCommander’sNationalAmerican Legion Lake Kiowa, Texas William Dittebrand Race to the Top winner Willoughby, Ohio PFC Deanna Dixon Army Gregory P. Eirich TheCommander2021-2022American Legion Department of Wisconsin Portage, Wis. Miles Epling Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Point Pleasant, W.Va. Steven N. Ervin Race to the Top winner Mason, Ohio Paul Evenson Chairman, TheCommissionMarketingAmericanLegion Sioux Falls, S.D. Hon. Tony Evers Governor, State of Wisconsin Madison, Wis. Kendel KatelynFeilenFerral Reporter,InvestigativeMilwaukee Journal MilwaukeeSentinel Jimmie Foster Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Topeka, Kan. Michael Fox AmericanSonsCommanderNationalofTheLegion Fair Oaks, Calif. Joseph Frank Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion St. Louis Chip Ganassi Chip Ganassi Racing
32 legion.org/convention Nathan Gear Robert B. Gilmore Jr. National Historian The American Legion Peoria, Ariz. Cathy Gorst David MichaelGoughGriffith National SergeantTheat-ArmsAmerican Legion Pottsboro, Texas Dr. Coral M. Grout National AuxiliaryAmericanSecretaryLegion Indianapolis Michelle Haider, CMP Event VisitDirectorExperienceMilwaukee Kristin Hall AssociatedReporter Press Nashville, Tenn. Rev. Stanley K. Hamamoto National Chaplain The American Legion Ordway, Colo. Terry Hamby WorldChairmanWar I CommissionCentennial Nashville, Tenn. Russ MichaelHanseterD.Helm Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Norcatur, Kan. James T. Higuera National TheCommanderViceAmerican Legion Downey, Calif. Clarence Hill Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Jacksonville, Fla. Sheriff David Hines Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Mechanicsville, Va. IT2 (IW) Annie Holder Navy Lisa Holmes Head of FirstOutreachClientLibertyInstitute Sean Iverson Chief BerryOfficerOperatingAviation San Marcos, Texas Jessica Jacobs Senior HiltonManagerEventsMilwaukee Wayne Jensen Dana Johnson Director of Sales Hilton Milwaukee Jimmie Johnson Chip Ganassi Racing Leslie Johnson Vice President of VisitSalesMilwaukee Hon. JohnsonCavalier CityMayorof Milwaukee Rob Jones Master Ceremoniesof Middleburg, Va. Anthony Jordan Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Augusta, Maine Bruce Julian Dominion President Royal LegionCanadian Kanata, Ontario, Canada Tony Kanaan Chip Ganassi Racing Gaither M. Keener Jr. Chairman, TheCommissionFinanceAmericanLegion Waxhaw, N.C. Coach Joe Kennedy Bremerton, Wash. Samantha Kerkman KenoshaExecutiveCounty Aimee Koger James E. Koutz Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Boonville, Ind. Vickie Koutz National AuxiliaryAmericanPresidentViceLegion Boonville, Ind. James LacoursiereA. Jr. Chairman, TheCommissionEducationEmploymentVeterans&AmericanLegion Oakdale, Conn. Hon. Alan Lance Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Caldwell, Idaho James LaPorta AssociatedReporterInvestigativePress Washington, D.C. Betsy A. Law Race to the Top winner Kettering, Ohio Lee Wen-Chung Deputy RepublicCouncilVeteransMinister,AffairsofChina Taipei Carl Levi Chattanooga, Tenn. Patricia E. Liddell National Recruiter of the Year Midland, Ga. Sheriff Earnell Lucas Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Daniel A. Ludwig Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Red Wing, Minn. Jared S. Lyon StudentPresidentVeterans of America Washington, D.C. Roger Mathison Hon. McDonoughDenis DepartmentSecretary of Veterans’ Affairs Washington, D.C. John McKinny Dripping Springs, Texas Butch Miller Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Greenfield, Ind. Carl S. Mills FifthManagerRelationshipThirdBank Indianapolis Senior Airman Ariel Miranda Air Force Michael F. Mitrione National TheCommanderViceAmerican Legion Daytona Beach Shores, Fla. Paul Morin Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Chicopee, Mass. Robert L. Morrill Advisory Committee to the TheCommanderNationalAmericanLegion Rochester, N.Y. Kenneth Mueller Brenham, Texas Angel O. Narvaez National TheCommanderViceAmerican Legion Carolina, Puerto Rico Robert E. Newman Chairman, Internal Affairs Commission The American Legion Garrett, Ind. Tom Nicholson Vice President of DistrictWisconsinOperationsCenter Emma Noble 2022 YouthOratoricalChampion Birmingham, Ala. Jeffrey Norman Chief of DepartmentMilwaukeePolicePolice SP4 Antonio A. Oros Space Force
332022 National Convention Guide Dylan Owens 2021 CaptainAll-AcademicLegionAmericanBaseballTeam Jacksonville, Fla. James W. Oxford Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Lenoir, N.C. Nick Palmisciano Alex Palou Chip Ganassi Racing CSM Robert M. Patterson, USA (retired) Medal of Honor recipient Pace, Fla. Curtiss Peck PostAmericanCommanderLegion400 Geraldine Perry DevelopmentWorkforceDepartmentWisconsinRepresentativeVeteransof Milwaukee Linda Pfeiffer C. Bruce Pickette President General National Society of Sons of the American Revolution Louisville, Ky. Joel Porter Director of Events Hilton Milwaukee John Potts Temple, Texas Jim Prendergast Duncanville, Texas Craig L. Price DepartmentSouthSecretaryDakotaof Public Safety Pierre, S.D. Dale Punch Lincolnton, N.C. David Rehbein Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Ames, Iowa Brett P. Reistad Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Manassas, Va. Marybeth Revoir National AuxiliaryAmericanTreasurerLegion Indianapolis Al MichaelRichardsRodriguez FoundationTerrorismGlobalPresident/CEOWaronMemorial Hon. David P. Roe, M.D. Jonesborough, Tenn. Chuck DeniseRoesslerH.Rohan Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Verona, Wis. Candice Rothering Anna Ruzinski U.S. Marshal, Eastern District of Wisconsin Joan RichardMarkSalleeSandowSantos Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Selbyville, Del. Charles E. Schmidt Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Hines, Ore. Jim JohnSchmidtA.Scocos Executive Director National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs Lake Geneva, Wis. Glenn Scott El Paso, Texas Rev. Daniel J. Seehafer TheCommissionLegislativeChairman,American Legion Beaver Dam, Wis. Megan Seppmann Vice President of WisconsinSales Center District Kelly Shackelford FirstPresident/CEOLibertyInstitute Plano, Texas Kenneth Simon Race to the Top winner Plentywood, Mont. Robert Spanogle Past TheNationalCommander/PastNationalAdjutantAmericanLegion Indianapolis Bruce Thiesen Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Plymouth, Calif. Robert Turner Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Cartersville, Ga. David F. Wallace Chairman, Media & TheCommissionCommunicationsAmericanLegion Alexandria, Va. James MichaelWaltichWalton TheCommissionConventionChairman,American Legion Springfield, Ill. James B. Watson TheCommanderAmerican Legion Department of Texas Weatherford, Texas Bill West TheAdjutantAmerican Legion Department of Texas Austin, Texas Jerrold W. Wilson Sr. National TheCommanderViceAmerican Legion Harrison, Ohio CW5 Phyllis J. Wilson, (retired)USA MemorialMilitaryPresidentWomen’s Arlington, Va. Lt. Ryan Winkler Clinton DepartmentFire Charlotte, Iowa Ashley Wolfe Event MilwaukeeHyattManagerPlanningRegency Fang Wong Past TheCommanderNationalAmerican Legion Flushing, N.Y. Anthony Wright National Adjutant Sons of AmericanTheLegion Parkesburg, Pa. Pamela Young KHON-2Reporter Honolulu
34 legion.org/convention MEMORIAL SERVICE Musical Prelude Rick Pedro, organist Apalachin, N.Y. Welcome John Gessner Department Chaplain, The American Legion of Wisconsin Posting of Colors* Newport Harbor American Legion Post 291 Newport Beach, Calif. Opening Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance* Jeffrey L. Gibson Sr. National Chaplain, Sons of The American Legion Alabama Reading of the Holy Scriptures Stanley K. Hamamoto National Chaplain, The American Legion Colorado Memorial Prayer Carol T. Robinson National Chaplain, American Legion Auxiliary Ohio National Chaplain’s Message Stanley K. Hamamoto PRESENTATION OF MEMORIAL WREATHS For The American Legion Paul E. Dillard National Commander Texas For the American Legion Auxiliary Kathy Daudistel National President Kentucky For Sons of The American Legion Michael Fox National Commander California For those in uniform who lost their lives serving America during the past year Stanley K. Hamamoto Carol T. Robinson Lighting of the Candle of Remembrance Stanley K. Hamamoto ClosingTaps* Prayer* Stanley K. Hamamoto Retirement of Colors* Newport Harbor American Legion Post 291 Newport Beach, Calif. Musical Postlude Rick Pedro, organist * Audience stands WISCONSIN CENTER, EXHIBIT HALLS A & B, 3RD FLOOR 11 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 28 Schedule subject to change Patriotic Daniel S. Wheeler National Adjutant Virginia Dr. Coral May Grout National Secretary Massachusetts Anthony W. Wright National Adjutant Pennsylvania BEL CANTO CHORUS Founded in 1931, Bel Canto Chorus is southeastern Wisconsin’s oldest continually performing arts organization. The group includes an auditioned adult performance chorus of approximately 100 singers, and a Senior Singers program for those 55 or better who want to sing in an organized performance chorus. The chorus’ mission is to connect singers, audiences and the community through experiences with diverse choral music. Characterized by a heartfelt belief in the value of its mission and vision, and supported by devoted singers and audiences, talented artistic and administrative staff, and dedicated board members, the group’s passion for sharing the thrill of live choral music has remained steadfast throughout its long, proud history. ! WANT TO KNOW MORE? DOWNLOAD THE NATIONAL CONVENTION APP
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36 legion.org/convention COLOR CONTESTSGUARD Friday, Aug. 26 Wisconsin Center, Exhibit Halls A & B, 3rd Floor 4 p.m. BAND CONTEST Saturday, Aug. 27 Wisconsin Center, Exhibit Halls A & B, 3rd Floor 1 p.m. BANQUETCOMMANDER’SNATIONAL Tuesday, Aug. 30 Wisconsin Center, Ballroom, 1st Floor 6:30 p.m. BREWERSWITHBASEBALLLEGIONAMERICANFAMILYNIGHTTHE Monday, Aug. 29 American Family Field, 1 Brewers Way 7:10 p.m. OKTOBERFESTDAYLEGIONAMERICANFAMILYAT Sunday, Aug. 28 War Memorial Center, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Afternoon;Drive two sessionsCONVENTION2022 Events ! Photo by Ben Mikesell Photo by Ben Mikesell Photo by Jeric Wilhelmsen Photo courtesy Visit Milwaukee Photo courtesy Visit Milwaukee
372022 National Convention Guide The 2022 Legacy Run will arrive at American Legion Post 434 in Oak Creek, Wis. – a 20-minute drive from Milwaukee – on Thursday, Aug. 25. The 1,200-mile ride will leave from USS Alabama Memorial Park in Mobile, Ala., on Sunday, Aug. 21, and travel through Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri and Illinois. LEGACY Run ! WANT TO KNOW MORE? CONVENTIONTHEDOWNLOADNATIONALAPPPhotobyBen Mikesell Call 855-705-5885 or visit lifestation.com/legion for exclusive member discounts. Get peace of mind with LifeStation’s emergency medical alerts, 24/7. Whether at-home or on-the-go, our devices fit your independent lifestyle. LifeStation - Legion Ad - May 19 2022.indd 1 5/19/22 12:48 PM Feel at home across the country. We’re proud to offer veterans a clean, comfortable place to stay at 1,400+ locations Getnationwide. 15% off your stay with code CPM6ALGN JOE MIRON LCPL, Marine Corps Must present American Legion membership card upon check-in. Scan the QR code to book. CALL TO BOOK 855-445-3388
38 legion.org/convention Ambassador 2308 W. Wisconsin Ave. Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico Cambria 503 N. Plankinton Ave. Arkansas, Florida, Oklahoma, Tennessee DoubleTree by Hilton 611 W. Wisconsin Ave. New Hampshire, Ohio Drury Plaza 700 N. Water St. Nebraska, South Carolina, Wisconsin Hilton 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. Kansas, Maine, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Sons of The American Legion, American Legion National Headquarters Holiday Inn Express 525 N. Jefferson St. Washington Hyatt Regency 333 W. Kilbourn Ave. Alaska, District of Columbia, France, Hawaii, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Mexico, Minnesota, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Philippines, Puerto Rico, American Legion Auxiliary, American Legion National Headquarters Pfister 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. New York Potawatomi Hotel & Casino 1721 W. Canal St. Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Virginia, West Virginia Saint Kate 139 E. Kilbourn Ave. California, Michigan SpringHill Suites by Marriott 744 Vel R. Phillips Ave. Delaware, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Vermont Tru & Home2 Suites by Hilton 515 N. Jefferson St. (Home2) Alabama, Connecticut, Missouri HOTEL Directory AT YOUR FINGERTIPS DOWNLOAD THE AMERICAN LEGION FAMILY NATIONAL CONVENTION APPMilwaukee
The Avenue MKE 275 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 224-0384 The Capital Grille 310 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 223-0600 Deer District 1134 Vel R. Phillips Ave. George Webb Restaurant 812 N. Old World 3rd St. (414) 278-0225 Harley-Davidson Museum 400 W. Canal St. (414) 287-2789 Miller Time Pub & Grill 509 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 271-2337 Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Drive (414) 224-3200 Milwaukee Public Market 400 N. Water St. (414) 336-1111 Pabst Mansion 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave. (414) 931-0808 Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery 740 N. Plankinton Ave., Floor 1 (414) 276-3030 San Giorgio NapoletanaPizzeria 838 N. Old World 3rd St. (414) 276-2876 Photos courtesy Visit Milwaukee ATTRACTIONSDINING & Harley-Davidson Museum Milwaukee Art Museum Pabst Mansion Deer MilwaukeeDistrictPublic Market Miller Time Pub & Grill
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44 legion.org/convention Resources LOST AND FOUND STATION American Legion Staff Office Area Wisconsin Center, Room 202, 2nd Floor TRANSPORTATION Yellow Cab Co-Op (414) 271-1800 ycmilwaukee.com The Hop Streetcar thehopmke.com Bublr Bikes bublrbikes.org Milwaukee County Transit System ridemcts.com Wisconsin Center Photo courtesy Visit Milwaukee The Hop Streetcar Wikimedia Commons ! WANT TO KNOW MORE? CONVENTIONTHEDOWNLOADNATIONALAPP
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advance to schedule. Route RED1 Route BLUE2 For special assistance or shuttle bus questions, please call 1-866-767-3305 2021 SHUTTLE BUS SCHEDULE TheAmerican Legion Family Phoenix, Arizona 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM8:30 AM - 11:00 AM11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 6:45 AM - 8:30 AM8:30 AM - 11:00 AM11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM8:30 AM - 11:00 AM11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 7:00
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Sunday, Aug. 28 7 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 - 11 a.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 1 - 4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 29 7 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 - 11 a.m. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 5 - 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30 6 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 5 - 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31 6 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 5 - 10 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1 7 - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 - 11 a.m. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 1 - 3 p.m. For special assistance or shuttle bus questions, please call 866.767.3305 Schedule may be affected by traffic and weather conditions. Last departure from hotels is 20 min. prior to end of service each day. Schedule subject to change. ADA service available during all shuttle hours of operation from all hotels listed above and from official hotels within walking distance to the convention center. Please call 866.767.3305 at least one hour in advance to schedule.
** Schedule is subject to changeADA service available during all shuttle hours of operation from all hotels listed above and from o cial hotels within walking distance to the convention center. Please call 866.767.3305 at least one hour in AM AM8:30 AM 11:00 AM11:00 AM 5:00 PM AM AM8:30 AM 5:00 PM5:00 PM 10:00 PM AM AM8:30 AM 5:00 PM5:00 PM PM AM
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MEDICAL SERVICES EMT arrangements have been made to provide medical services on-site for attendees, if required. Should an attendee require other medical services, contact one of the local hospitals listed on the National Convention mobile app, or follow the procedures below and seek the appropriate assistance. Should an emergency occur inside the Wisconsin Center, attendees should go to the nearest house telephone and dial 6165, or dial (414) 908-6165 from a cellphone. VAMC personnel may be available in the exhibit hall. but will not attend to emergency medical situations. If you are attending a meeting/function at the Hilton, use any house telephone and dial 41 to report an emergency. The operator will dispatch emergency assistance to your location. To program your cellphone for emergency situations within the hotel, use (414) 390-1840 forIfsecurity.youare attending a meeting/function at the Hyatt, use any house telephone and dial 50 to report an emergency. The operator will dispatch emergency assistance to your location. To program your cellphone for emergency situations within the hotel, use (414) 276-1234 forAnysecurity.questions concerning medical services may be directed to the National Convention & Meetings Office. YOUR BADGE DISCOUNTS Download the Brew City Beer Pass and Milwaukee Deals for specials at restaurants, bars, breweries and more. visitmilwaukee.org/mkepasses Legion Family Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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472022 National Convention Guide For TriWest, there is no other mission. We’ve spent more than 25 years providing access by building and maintaining strong networks of high-performing medical professionals to care for our nation’s heroes. Proud Sponsor of the 2022 American Legion National Convention Opening Doors to Care for Our Nation’s Heroes twitter.com/TriWest facebook.com/TriWest instagram.com/TriWestHealthcareAlliance linkedin.com/company/triwest-healthcare-alliance ACCESS FOR WISCONSIN CENTER Daily access to building: One hour prior to start of first meeting Daily access to convention floor (Aug. 30-Sept. 1): 7 a.m. Daily building closure: One hour after last meeting The above access times and days are subject to change without notice. HEALTH GUIDELINES Attendees experiencing any COVID-type symptoms should seek medical attention and refrain from attending the convention. If you are looking for alternatives to hugs, kisses or handshakes, consider fist or elbow bumps, footshakes, waves or tips of the cap. ! WANT TO KNOW MORE? CONVENTIONTHEDOWNLOADNATIONALAPP Wisconsin Center District Photo courtesy Visit Milwaukee
The American Legion’s chief executive officer is the national commander, elected by national convention delegates to a one-year term. The five national vice commanders are also chosen by the national convention.PaulE.Dillard is the 2021-2022 national commander of The American Legion. The major accomplishments of the Legion during his term are detailed in this official program and organization report.Daniel S. Wheeler, national adjutant, is the chief administrative officer of The American Legion. The appointed national officers of the Legion are the national adjutant, the national judge advocate, the national treasurer, the national chaplain, the national historian and the national sergeant-at-arms.
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Paul E. Dillard National Commander Texas Daniel S. Wheeler National Adjutant Virginia Angel NarvaezO.
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The American Legion continues its commitment to serving the nation’s veterans, their families and all children. This commitment has served us well since 1919, when the veterans of World War I returned to U.S. soil and formed what would become the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization.
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The American Legion accomplishes its goals primarily at the grassroots level, but with direction from National Headquarters in Indianapolis and an office in Washington, D.C.
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As The American Legion convenes in Milwaukee, delegates gather to conduct the vital business of the organization. From this convention will come policies that will direct the volunteer members as they work to make their communities – and our nation – better in the coming year and beyond.
492022 National Convention Guide NATIONAL Alabama Hardwick O. Hall Sr. Alaska James E. Pisa Arizona Judith S. Beischel Arkansas Mary V. Erdman California Mark A. Foxworthy Colorado Thomas J. Florez Connecticut D. Joseph Jackson Delaware Jeffrey K. Crouser District of Columbia Carlton T. Durham Florida Dennis R. Boland France James M. Settle Georgia Phil Youngblood Hawaii Francis E. Riddell Jr. Idaho Robert L. Skinner Illinois Willard W. Erickson Sr. Indiana Edward J. Trice Iowa Dennis J. Soppe Kansas Dan K. Wiley Kentucky William O. Moore Jr. Louisiana Charles D. Aucoin Maine Lloyd H. Woods Maryland David J. Johnson Massachusetts Michael P. Davis Mexico Michael D. Wood Michigan Jerry D. Lynch Minnesota William C. Barbknecht Mississippi Steve Sweet Missouri Thomas K. Goodin Montana Peter H. Rice Nebraska Frederick C. Craigie Nevada Jeanette R. Evans New Hampshire Kenneth B. Maynard Jr. New Jersey Berley Hanna Jr. New Mexico Edward Cheatham Jr. New York W. Michael Bowen North Carolina David S. Shore North Dakota Dean Overby Ohio Robert M. Klostermeier Oklahoma Timothy W. Smith Oregon Kevin John Owens Pennsylvania E. Michael M. Stelacio Philippines Lawrence E. Wade Puerto Rico Isaac Rodriguez Rhode Island David A. Williams South Carolina Joe A. Lysaght South Dakota James Huls Tennessee Robert W. Hensley Texas C.W. Sparks Jr. Utah Terry D. Schow Vermont Ronald L. LaRose Virginia Linden B. Dixon Jr. Washington David C. Hodgeboom West Virginia William W. Kile Wisconsin Robert L. Shappell Wyoming Keith R. Davidson Executive Committee Convention Hours The information desk for the 103rd National Convention will be open from Thursday, Aug. 25, to Wednesday, Aug. 31, in the Wisconsin Center. Times are subject to change. Thursday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Friday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Saturday 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Tuesday 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Wednesday 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. The Exhibit Hall will be open from Friday, Aug. 26, to Tuesday, Aug. 30, in Exhibit Hall D & Foyer, 3rd Floor, Wisconsin Center. Times are subject to change. Friday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Tuesday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The purpose of the Americanism Commission is to supervise and coordinate national committee activity and to promote an understanding and appreciation of American government, the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship, and activity in the American way of life through youth programs, community service, instruction of prospective citizens and legal immigrants, education and educational facilities, and protection of the U.S. flag from physical desecration.
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Richard W. Anderson Chairman, Connecticut Ronald E. Neff Director, Indiana Michael E. Walton Chairman, Illinois Bridget Robinson, CMP/CMM Director, Georgia TO KNOW MORE? THE NATIONAL CONVENTION APP
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National Commander Paul E. Dillard, Chairman, Texas Aids in the campaign to secure a constitutional amendment empowering Congress to enact legislation to protect the flag of the United States from physical desecration.
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Citizens Flag Alliance Advisory Committee
American Legion Baseball Committee
Herbert J. Petit Jr., Chairman, Louisiana Plans programs and activities to ensure care and protection for the children of veterans; improves conditions for all children and youth; prevents social and physical ills of children and youth where possible; provides for their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs.
The Convention Commission oversees the implementation of The American Legion’s Request for Proposals (RFPs) pertaining to the guidelines for selecting cities to be recommended to the National Executive Committee (NEC) for awarding a national convention bid; supervises and coordinates (with the host convention corporation, where applicable) all activities, venues and logistical requirements associated with the conduct of a national convention; administers and refers all national convention-related resolutions to the applicable national commission and the National Executive Committee; and assists the chief judge and assistant chief judge of contests with the implementation of procedures supporting the effective conduct of all uniformed groups’ contests at the national convention.
Gary Stone, Chairman, Missouri Formulates and recommends program activities and policies, and administrative, playing and safety rules; promotes the American Legion Baseball program and its principles.
Committee on Children & Youth
Larry Price, Chairman, South Dakota Formulates and recommends administrative and safety guidelines, policies, strategic plans and activities of the program; promotes the American Legion Youth Cadet Law Enforcement program and its principles.
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Future convention sites Charlotte, N.C. (2023) New Orleans, La. (2024) Tampa Bay, Fla. (2025) Louisville, Ky. (2026) Kansas City, Mo. (2027)
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Michael W. Westergren, Chairman, Arkansas Informs the Legion and Auxiliary of developments, problems and potentials in the field of education; recommends appropriate policies and programs; maintains contact with the educational community for interchange of thinking between those bodies and educators, students and other organizations.
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Overseas Graves Decoration Trust National Commander Paul E. Dillard, Chairman, Texas Charged with the custody, control and administration of the fund, the earnings on which are to honor, preserve and decorate the graves of those who served in the world wars who are buried overseas.
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The Resolutions Assignment Committee meets at least three days before the convening of the national convention, with the responsibility to receive, consider and transmit all resolutions to the appropriate convention committee for a report to the convention.
Dennis Boland, President, Florida Manages and expends funds for the benefit of children and youth of the United States, its territories and possessions, and/ or other children whom the foundation shall select or determine.
Constitution & By-Laws Committee
The purpose of the Finance Commission is to prepare the yearly budget and the handling of funds under that budget, and such other duties as shall be prescribed by the NEC, subject to the approval of the NEC. (See Article I, Section 5, of the National By-Laws of The American Legion.)
Brian Ruiz, Corporate Financial Controller, Indiana
Hon. Vincent M. Gaughan, Chairman, Illinois Handles Constitution & By-Laws and all matters pertaining to the Uniform Code of Procedure.
Jay Bowen, Chairman, Colorado
M.GaitherKeener Jr. Chairman, North Carolina Shawn Long, CPA National Treasurer, Indiana
American Legion Child Welfare Foundation, Inc.
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The American Legion Endowment Fund Corp. Hon. Vincent M. Gaughan, President, Illinois Acts as trustee of the American Legion Endowment Fund for rehabilitation and child welfare.
Gaither M. Keener Jr., Chairman, North Carolina Membership & Post Activities Committee
Enrollment of members, collection of dues, functioning of department, post and intermediate levels to attract and retain members, and development of leadership training and promotional activities; develops and executes multiyear membership and post procurement plan.
The Legislative Commission provides the NEC with a copy of the annual consolidated Legislative Council activities report (which summarizes the council’s grassroots lobbying efforts for each congressional session); collects into a single report, and then updates, a comprehensive compilation of all resolutions adopted by the national convention and/or the NEC that seek action by Congress or are a legislative policy statement of The American Legion; assists other commissions and their staffs in representing the Legion before Congress, and each committee thereof, on all legislative matters in which the Legion is officially interested; and assists, through its reports to the NEC and its liaison with other commissions, in the formulation of appropriate legislative actions to be officially endorsed by resolution adopted by the Legion.
Bruce C. Feuerbach, Chairman, Iowa
American Legion Riders Advisory Committee
Robert E. Newman Chairman, Indiana Matt Herndon Director, Indiana Daniel J. Seehafer Chairman, Wisconsin Lawrence Montreuil Director, Virginia
Mark Clark, Chairman, Missouri Matters pertaining to the American Legion Riders.
The commission also oversees long-term programs and activities such as Sons of The American Legion, Paid Up For Life, the National Emergency Fund, Legion Riders, National American Legion College, Training Tuesdays, Buddy Checks and more.
The Internal Affairs Commission handles policies relating to activities conducted for organizational purposes; reviews and gives guidance to the necessary administrative operations of National Headquarters; recommends policies and procedures relating to trophies and awards given by the national organization in connection with Legion activities; acts on all nominations for the Distinguished Service Medal and reports recommendations to the NEC; is responsible for the contents of the Manual of Ceremonies, promotion of its use, the proper wearing of uniforms, caps, regalia, official badges, etc.; and reviews and recommends to the NEC recipients of the International Amity Award and the Canadian Friendship Award.
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The American Legion Media & Communications Commission oversees the majority of print and digital media products, channels and services delivered by National Headquarters. The commission also has oversight of the organization’s media outreach program, including press conferences, appearances in national news, media alerts, and support for key marketing initiatives and corporate relationships. media asset categories
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Other responsibilities Direct mail services Corporate development Planned giving Special events
The purpose of the National Security Commission is to recommend policies that will ensure U.S. national security; have an understanding of the federal budget process and the budget of the U.S. departments of Defense, State and Homeland Security; maintain a professional working relationship with those departments, and with all congressional
Emblem Committee Sally Nay, Chairman, Massachusetts Oversees the operation of the Emblem Sales Division, and submits recommendations to the National Executive Committee.
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The Marketing Commission is charged with working in concert with American Legion commissions and committees to build awareness and support for the mission and programs of the Legion; to promote them to active-duty military, National Guard and reserve components, military veterans and retirees, and the general public; and such other purposes as may be assigned to it by the National Executive Committee.
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Steven A. Brennan Chairman, Maryland Mario Marquez Director, Philippines
Paul A. Evenson Chairman, South Dakota Dr. Kimberly L. Meesters Director, Texas David Wallace Chairman, Virginia R. Jeffrey Stoffer Director, Montana & COMMITTEES
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Eric W. Measles, Chairman, California Veterans benefits and the challenge of veteran homelessness.
The purpose of the Veterans Employment & Education Commission is to supervise and coordinate all activities of committees assigned to the commission; when necessary, to initiate action concerning all matters affecting the economic well-being of veterans and/or the re-establishment of all war veterans returning to civilian life after a period of active service in the armed forces of the United States; and to keep the national commander and the NEC informed concerning all developments affecting the economic welfare of veterans in all areas under the jurisdiction of the commission.
Richard C. Oertel, Chairman, Virginia Conventional Armed Forces Committee
George W. Wehrli, Chairman, Florida Military Benefits & Quality of Life Committee
James W. Stanko, Chairman, Georgia Timely and quality medical functions under VA health care; VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) program and all volunteer programs at these facilities; state veterans homes; VHA research and affiliation with medical universities; VHA budget.
oversight committees and staff relating to the purposes of the commission; to monitor the hearings of these oversight committees and provide congressional testimony in cooperation with the Legislative Commission and staff; and to be knowledgeable about security threats to the United States as defined by the departments of Defense, State and Homeland Security.
The Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation Commission formulates and recommends to the NEC policies, plans and programs on direct assistance, outreach and support for veterans and their families with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claims and benefits, health care, memorial affairs and women veterans programs, to ensure that they receive the highest quality of care from VA for their injuries and illnesses incurred from their military service; coordinates the activities of the national organization in veterans affairs; and oversees the effectiveness of The American Legion’s programs of service to these war veterans and their dependents in claims for benefits administered by federal and state programs.
Ronald F. Conley, Chairman, Pennsylvania Research and recommendations on treatments for postconflict TBI and PTSD.
Aerospace Committee
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William J. Smith, Chairman, Pennsylvania Timely decisions on claims and receipt of earned benefits.
VE&E Committees Employment & Veterans Preference Committee
Ralph P. Bozella Chairman, Colorado Katie Purswell Director, Maryland James A. Lacoursiere Jr. Chairman, Connecticut Joseph C. Sharpe Jr. Director , District of Columbia
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Thomas B. Schottenbauer, Chairman, Minnesota Foreign Relations Committee
National Security committees
William J. Flanagan, Chairman, Illinois National Guard & Reserve Forces Committee
William B. Goede, Chairman, Minnesota Unconventional Forces & Intelligence Committee
VA&R Committees Health Administration Committee
National Cemetery Committee
Richard W. Neville, Chairman, North Carolina VA national cemeteries, and the internment of veterans, military and their dependents, including Arlington National Cemetery.
James A. Lacoursiere Jr., Chairman, Connecticut Law and Order & Homeland Security Committee
Douglas C. Haggan, Chairman, France
TBI/PTSD/Suicide Prevention Committee
Veterans Benefits Committee
James Fratolillo, Chairman, Massachusetts War veterans’ attachment to the labor force, public or private. Veterans Education, Other Benefits & Homelessness Committee
When: Anytime the Wisconsin Center is open.
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Gather your American Legion Family members and friends for a special 100 Miles for Hope 5K during the national convention.
What: Walk, run, skip or rent a bike and ride from the Wisconsin Center to Veterans Memorial Park and back. The park is about 1.5 miles away, making the round trip about a 5K.
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This committee acts as adviser and counselor to the national commander and all other national officers on matters of policy and activities; studies and reports on matters referred to it by the national commander, the National Executive Committee, the national adjutant or members of the committee. full commission reports online: legion.org/commissionsandcommittees & COMMITTEES
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It’s an easy and safe 5K. Do note that there is a long hill going down to the park, so participants will have to go back up it on their return.
American Legion Charities benefits various programs and services focused on the men and women who have served the United States in its armed forces, and the families who support those servicemembers.
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New Mexico Baca oversees the Indianapolis-based divisions Americanism, Convention & Meetings and the Library, including the Emil A. Blackmore Museum.
California Nuntavong oversees Washington, D.C.-based divisions dedicated to delivery of earned benefits, and serves as the liaison for the White House, Cabinet and other organizations. North Carolina Kessel oversees Marketing, Media & Communications, Internal Affairs & Membership, Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships. LEGION CHARITIES
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Where: There will be a 100 Miles for Hope selfie stand inside the Wisconsin Center. Participants are encouraged to start and finish their journeys there. Snap a selfie of yourself or your group and share on social media, using the hashtag #100MFH.
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56 legion.org/convention to our 2022 National Convention service providers and exhibitors SERVICE PROVIDERS Anastasia Yulia, Event Services Manager, Wisconsin Center Arlen Music Productions Ashley Wolfe, Hyatt Regency Bel Canto Chorus Bell Ambulance – EMT services Bensussen, Deutsch Associates (BDA) Callaway Transportation Captions Unlimited City of Milwaukee, Mayor’s Office Conference Technologies, Inc. Connie Bolle, Director of Catering Sales, Wisconsin Center/Levy Emblem Sales Encore Global Infiniti Wireless Solutions Jeremie Ott, VP of Public Safety, Wisconsin Center Joel Porter, Hilton Milwaukee MarcoLWT Promotional Products MichaelMen’sMarkey’sWearhousePillar,Event Services Manager, Wisconsin Center Michelle Haider, CMP, Visit MilwaukeeMilwaukee Brewers Nancy Hays Entertainment, Inc. One Stop Mobility – scooters Rick Pedro, RJCP Entertainment, Inc. Rob Jones Journey Shepard Exposition Services Stage Tech, Inc. Tom Nicholson, VP of Operations, Wisconsin Center University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts Vann Morris the Orator Visit WisconsinMilwaukeeCenter EXHIBITORS A&A AdvocateEngravingHealth Advisors AGIA Affinity Services ALA Insurance Program/Amwins Group Benefits, LLC American Academy of AmericanOphthalmologyLegion Child Welfare AmericanFoundationSikh Council America’s VetDogs – the Veteran’s K-9 Corps, Inc. Army Air Force Exchange Service Army Historical Foundation/National Army Children’sMuseumOrgan Transplant ColumbiaAssociationSouthern University Convention of States Action CRVA Visit Charlotte Cutco DefenseCutleryCommissary Agency Defense Heath Agency Diamond Game Dignity Memorial Providers Elegant Accents Global War on Terrorism Memorial HamiltonFoundationRelay, Inc. McGowan, Hood, Felder & Phillips, MercyLLC Medical Angels National Adoption Association National Cemetery Administration National Headache Foundation PublishingOracleNeurolumenCernerConcepts (PCI) SorensonShipthrifty(Caption Call) The American Legion Veterans & Children Foundation TriWest Healthcare Alliance VA All of Us Research Program VA Center for Women Veterans VA Million Veteran Program VA Office of Connected Care VA Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention VA Office of Patient Centered Care & Cultural Transformation VA Veterans Benefits Administration VA Veterans Health Information Exchange (VHIE) U.S. Selective Service System United Concordia VeteransUSAA of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW) Veterans Voices Writing Project, Inc. Viking Industries Thank You
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THE AMERICAN LEGION’S 104TH NATIONAL CONVENTION AUGUST 25-31, 2023
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