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Research Participation Opportunity – Examining Challenges for those with Gambling Problems in the US Military
The BA Lab is currently conducting a qualitative study to gain a deeper understanding into the barriers and facilitators of military personnel accessing treatment for...
Have You Been Left Out? It’s Time for a Fix: the Story of a National Guardsman / Reservist Denied the Right to Be Buried With His Family
Pete Fosselman, a Veteran of the National Guard, writes about being denied burial rights at Military Cemeteries where much of his family resides.
‘Be the One’ Weekend
This past weekend, American Legion District 22 held the first "American Legion 'Be the One' Weekend" event in San Diego. It has received national attention,...
Greetings from the Oratorical Commission
The Oratorical Commission meets virtually in planning the Department Oratorical Speech Contest. Currently, we would like to share with you some insight into having a...
Op-Ed: Disabled Veterans, Veterans on Medicare, and Active-Duty Military Families MUST be Protected from a 1332 Waiver Proposal Outlined in SB 770
SB 770 was recently signed into law by Governor Newsom (September 2023) and now a proposal, which seeks to eliminate Medicare in California and establish...
Anyone Can Be The One
The Veterans Mental Health Committee has provided this downloadable card to be used for suicide prevention.
Op-Ed: What’s Wrong With American Legion Membership?
California American Legion District 14 Commander Chris Hoffman offers his take on how to improve American Legion recruiting.
Legislative Report – End of 2023 Legislative Year
The California State Legislature has adjourned for the 2023 legislative year. Here is a listing of the bills that were signed in to law by...
California Post 419 Donates to Department of Hawaii
At the 2023 American Legion National Convention held in Charlotte, NC, American Legion Post 419 in Santa Clara, CA, donated $2000 to the Department of...
Operation Freedom Paws: Four Paws, Two Feet, One Team
Operation Freedom Paws creates lifesaving service dog teams that empower veterans and other individuals with disabilities at no cost to them. They are excited to announce...
