by caLegion Contributor | Apr 17, 2026
The American Legion is built on service, advocacy, and support for veteran-related causes. As veterans’ needs evolve, we must modernize through strategic planning, active listening, and collaboration. I appreciate Commander Brambila and our DEC for their leadership in...
by caLegion Contributor | Oct 14, 2025
Jr Duarte, Candidate for Department Commander “Mentoring Leaders, Building Legacies” About the Candidate: Jr Duarte is a 17-year American Legion member and a proud Paid Up for Life (PUFL) Legionnaire. He proudly serves with Post 10, District 18, Area 6, which he...
by caLegion Contributor | Oct 6, 2025
Michael Smith, Candidate for Sergeant-at-Arms About the Candidate: Michael is in his 13th year as a Legionnaire and served in the United States Marine Corps from 1986 to 1990. He worked for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation from 1996 to his...
by caLegion Contributor | Oct 6, 2025
Janice Somers, Candidate for Department Commander “Driven by Honor, United by Duty” Mission Oriented – Results Driven I joined the American Legion in 2002 and served in leadership roles at the Post, District, Area, and Department levels. As Post 66 Commander, I...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 28, 2025
Editor’s note: Here’s our first piece of coverage on the 106th National Convention. Thousands came together for the American Legion’s 106th National Convention, spending a week of leadership elections, speeches, award presentations, and programs honoring...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 26, 2025
Editor’s note: This article has been updated for our November 2025 newsletter. The American Legion’s 106th National Convention was held earlier this fall at the Tampa Convention Center, bringing together thousands of Veterans, families, and supporters for a week...
