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Director: ALR Constitution & Bylaws handled by committee
Since the approval of the Minnesota American Legion Riders Constitution & Bylaws, I have received many questions regarding how and why. I first want to ensure all the Riders in the state that the Constitution & Bylaws was not written by a single person.
Letter: Why would knives be made in China?
Several years ago, I received a knife from the Legion as part of renewing my membership.
Letter: Coach training available for junior air rifle
Minnesota Junior Shooting Sports wants you to be aware of an opportunity for posts to launch a Junior Shooting Sports program. The key to launching a program is having a coach. Our American Legion Junior Shooting Sports is a youth air-rifle program typically held indoors.
Chaplain: National College dedicated to Legion
For the past three years I have had the privilege of being a “tator” (i.e.: facilitator) at the National American Legion College in Indianapolis. It is a weeklong lift-me-up.
Commander: ’Tis the season to serve the community
’Tis the season, and here’s hoping everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving and is looking forward to a jolly Christmas and a joyous New Year.
Letter: Div. I Jr. State Tournament ran like clockwork
As the Chanhassen Legion Post 580 Legion Baseball Team, we wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude to Bloomington Legion Baseball for hosting this year’s Minnesota American Legion Baseball Div. I Jr. State Tournament.
Letter: Father will turn 100 years old
I am writing to you in regard to my father, Leonard Wilde. He is a member of Plainview Post 179. He will turn 100 years old on Feb. 4, 2025, and we are planning a lunch reception at the Plainview post on Sunday, Feb. 2, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Commander: Seeing results of American Legion efforts is key
It saddens me when I hear about a veteran who is asked to join or to renew their membership say: “What’s in it for me?”
Judge Advocate: The American Legion is a non-political organization
The American Legion Department of Minnesota Constitution & Bylaws states: Article 2, Section 2., “The American Legion shall be absolutely nonpolitical and shall not be used for the dissemination of partisan principles nor for the promotion of the candidacy of any person seeking political office or preferment.”
It isn’t member poaching; it’s disrespect
The future of The American Legion depends on its ability to adapt and remain relevant to all generations of veterans. By addressing these internal challenges head-on, the Legion can ensure its continued vitality and effectiveness in serving America’s veterans for years to come.
Chaplain: The term ‘legion’ is an inclusive one
The many people who founded The American Legion might have known of G.K. Chesterton even though he lived in England. When putting pen to paper outlining who TAL is and why — the spiritual virtue of serving another for those who have served in uniform, their families and our future was the spotlight.
Beware: Bad actors want to steal from veterans
Thieves are working aggressively to steal from veterans, veteran service organizations, veteran nonprofits and government agencies that work with veterans.